Basic Details
Word: Willowy
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Tall, slender, and graceful, like a willow tree.
Synonyms: Lithe, slender, graceful
Antonyms: Stout, stocky, heavy
Idioms and Phrases
- Willowy figure: Refers to a person's tall and slender appearance. Example: "She walked into the room with her willowy figure, drawing everyone's attention."
- She has a willowy charm: Describes someone who has an enchanting and graceful beauty. Example: "With her willowy charm, she captured everyone’s heart at the dance."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The dancer moved across the stage with a willowy grace that mesmerised the audience.
Example 2: Standing next to her willowy friend, she felt a bit shorter and sturdier in comparison.
Example 3: The trees along the riverbank were willowy, their branches swaying gently in the breeze.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the term "willowy" comes from the willow tree, which is known for its tall and slender shape? These trees are often found near water and are loved for their graceful appearance.
Famous Quote
“Grace is the beauty of form under the influence of freedom.†– Jacques-Louis David
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "willowy" mean?
a) Short and stout
b) Tall and slender
c) Wide and heavy
d) Small and cute
Answer: b) Tall and slender
2. Which of these is a synonym of "willowy"?
a) Stout
b) Lithe
c) Heavy
d) Stocky
Answer: b) Lithe
3. Which of these is an antonym of "willowy"?
a) Slender
b) Graceful
c) Stocky
d) Lithe
Answer: c) Stocky
4. Which sentence uses "willowy" correctly?
a) The willowy dog ran swiftly through the park.
b) The willowy figure glided across the room.
c) The willowy car zoomed down the street.
d) The willowy box was heavy to lift.
Answer: b) The willowy figure glided across the room.
5. What does the idiom "willowy figure" refer to?
a) A strong and muscular appearance
b) A tall and slender appearance
c) A short and round appearance
d) A small and cute appearance
Answer: b) A tall and slender appearance
