Abstract nouns refer to ideas and qualities that we cannot see or touch. Most abstract nouns are formed from adjectives. For example, the abstract noun safety is formed from the adjective safe.

Fill in the blanks with suitable abstract nouns. The adjectives, verbs or nouns given in the brackets should offer clues.

1. He is a man of ……………………… (strong)

2. The people in this part of the country live in ………………………. (poor).

3. ……………………….. to animals is a punishable offence. (cruel)

4. He is on a ………………………. to Mecca. (pilgrim)

5. I have great …………………………. to welcome you. (please).

6. …………………………. is the best period of one’s life. (child)

7. ……………………….. should always be avoided. (waste).

8. As a parent my children’s ……………………. is of utmost importance to me. (safe).

9. As the sun went below the horizon ………………………. enveloped the planet. (dark).

10. There is no end to his ……………………….. (wicked)

Answers

1. He is a man of strength.

2. The people in this part of the country live in poverty.

3. Cruelty to animals is a punishable offence.

4. He is on a pilgrimage to Mecca.

5. I have great pleasure to welcome you.

6. Childhood is the best period of your life.

7. Wastage should always be avoided.

8. As a parent my children’s safety is of utmost importance to me.

9. As the sun went below the horizon darkness enveloped the planet.

10. There is no end to his wickedness.