Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Grammar: Idioms

Question:

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given Idiom.

The bee’s knees

Options:

Observant

Foolish

Problematic

Extraordinary

Correct Answer:

Extraordinary

Explanation:

The most appropriate meaning of the idiom "the bee's knees" is >Extraordinary.<

This idiom is used to describe something that is very good or excellent. The image of the bee's knees is a metaphor for something that is the best of the best.

The idiom originated in the early 20th century and is thought to be a reference to the fact that bees are considered to be very industrious and productive creatures.

For example, you might say that a new restaurant is the bee's knees if it is very popular and has great food.

The other options are not correct.

  • Observant means to be aware of what is happening around you.
  • Foolish means to be unintelligent or unwise.
  • Problematic means to be difficult or troublesome.