Spell Bee Word: wet

Basic Details

Word: Wet

Part of Speech: Adjective

Meaning: Something that has water on it or is soaked with liquid.

Synonyms: Damp, moist, soaked

Antonyms: Dry, arid

Idioms and Phrases

1. Wet blanket: A person who dampens the enthusiasm or enjoyment of others. Example: "He always complains about our plans; hes such a wet blanket."
2. Come rain or shine: No matter what happens, whether it is good or bad. Example: "We will go to the park, come rain or shine."

Usage Examples

Example 1: After the rain, the ground was wet and muddy, making it difficult to walk.

Example 2: I forgot my umbrella and ended up soaked when the wet weather caught me off guard.

Example 3: The wet paint sign reminded everyone to avoid touching the fence until it dried.

Fun Fact

Did you know that the word "wet" has been used since Old English times? It originally meant "moist" and has been a part of the English language for over a thousand years!

Famous Quote

"Its better to be a wet match than a dry match." - Unknown

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What does "wet" mean?

a) Lacking water
b) Having water on it
c) Very hot
d) Hard

Answer: b) Having water on it

2. Which of these is a synonym of "wet"?

a) Dry
b) Damp
c) Hot
d) Bright

Answer: b) Damp

3. Which word is an antonym of "wet"?

a) Moist
b) Soaked
c) Dry
d) Damp

Answer: c) Dry

4. Which sentence uses "wet" correctly?

a) The wet dog shook water everywhere after playing outside.
b) The wet sun was shining brightly today.
c) The wet book was filled with words.
d) The wet plant is a delicious snack.

Answer: a) The wet dog shook water everywhere after playing outside.

5. What does "wet blanket" describe?

a) A cozy item for winter
b) Someone who spoils the fun
c) A type of weather
d) A type of food

Answer: b) Someone who spoils the fun