Basic Details
Word: Wag
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To move something back and forth quickly, especially in a playful manner.
Synonyms: Shake, sway, wiggle
Antonyms: Still, motionless
Idioms and Phrases
- Wag your tail: To be very happy or excited, often used in the context of a pet. Example: "The dog wagged its tail when it saw its owner coming home."
- Dogs will wag: To express that people often show their feelings or emotions. Example: "When she got the good news, it was clear that dogs will wag, and she was beaming with joy."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The puppy loves to wag its tail whenever it sees children playing in the park.
Example 2: As I listened to the music, I couldn't help but wag my head along with the beat.
Example 3: The child began to wag her finger playfully at her brother for teasing her.
Fun Fact
Did you know that dogs wag their tails in different ways to communicate different emotions? A slow wag can mean they are uncertain, while a fast wag means excitement and happiness!
Famous Quote
"Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole." Roger A. Caras
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "wag" mean?
a) To jump high
b) To move something back and forth quickly
c) To fly in the air
d) To sit quietly
Answer: b) To move something back and forth quickly
2. Which of these is a synonym of "wag"?
a) Stand
b) Shake
c) Run
d) Jump
Answer: b) Shake
3. Which is an antonym of "wag"?
a) Move
b) Still
c) Sway
d) Play
Answer: b) Still
4. Which sentence uses "wag" correctly?
a) The cat decided to wag its tail on the tree.
b) She began to wag her head to the rhythm of the music.
c) He wagged his tail while swimming in the pool.
d) They wagged on the way to school.
Answer: b) She began to wag her head to the rhythm of the music.
5. Which idiom means to be happy or excited?
a) Wag your tail
b) Hit the nail on the head
c) Break the ice
d) A piece of cake
Answer: a) Wag your tail
