Question

what is the abstract noun for captain , dismiss , false , idiot and false

Answer 1

1. Captaincy
2. dismissal
3. falseness
4. idiocy

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Answer 2

Answer :

This question is based on abstract nouns.

Macmillan Dictionary defines 'abstract noun' as 'a common noun that refers to a quality, idea, or feeling rather than to a person or a physical object. For example ‘thought’, ‘problem’, ‘law’, and ‘opportunity’ are all abstract nouns.'

The abstract nouns of the given words are as follows :

1. The abstract noun for 'captain' is 'captaincy.'

Cambridge English Dictionary defines 'captaincy' as 'the position of captain (= leader) of a sports team.'

2. The abstract noun for 'dismiss' is 'dismissal.'

Cambridge English Dictionary defines 'dismissal' as 'the situation in which an employer officially makes someone leave their job.'

3. The abstract noun for 'false' is falseness.'

Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines 'falseness' as 'the quality or state of being false.'

4. The abstract noun for 'idiot' is 'idiocy.'

Cambridge English Dictionary defines 'idiocy' as 'a stupid action, or stupid behavior.