attic
An attic is a room or space located directly under the roof of a house. It is commonly used for storing old things or can be turned into a small extra bedroom.
Examples
3 of 5I found my old toys in a box in the attic.
I found my old toys in a box in the attic.
The architectural plans specify that the attic must have proper ventilation.
The architectural plans specify that the attic must have proper ventilation.
Let's go look for some cool vintage stuff in the attic.
Let's go look for some cool vintage stuff in the attic.
Synonyms
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of the phrase: 'At The Top' starts with A and T, just like Attic. Also, the letter 'A' looks like a pointed roof!
Quick Quiz
The boxes of old clothes are stored in the ______, just under the roof.
Correct!
The correct answer is: attic
Examples
I found my old toys in a box in the attic.
everydayI found my old toys in a box in the attic.
The architectural plans specify that the attic must have proper ventilation.
formalThe architectural plans specify that the attic must have proper ventilation.
Let's go look for some cool vintage stuff in the attic.
informalLet's go look for some cool vintage stuff in the attic.
The thermal efficiency of the building is improved by insulating the attic floor.
academicThe thermal efficiency of the building is improved by insulating the attic floor.
Our office uses the attic space for physical document storage.
businessOur office uses the attic space for physical document storage.
Synonyms
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
up in the attic
up in the attic
clean out the attic
clean out the attic
toys in the attic
toys in the attic
Often Confused With
An attic is at the top of a house under the roof, while a basement is at the bottom, usually below the ground.
The ceiling is the overhead surface of any room; the attic is the actual room or space above the top floor's ceiling.
Usage Notes
The word is used for the space specifically under a pitched roof. In British English, 'loft' is often used interchangeably with 'attic'.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes use the preposition 'on' (e.g., 'on the attic') instead of the correct preposition 'in' (e.g., 'in the attic').
Memory Tip
Think of the phrase: 'At The Top' starts with A and T, just like Attic. Also, the letter 'A' looks like a pointed roof!
Word Origin
From the Greek 'Attikos', referring to a style of architecture from Athens (Attica) that featured a decorative wall or story above the main structure.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In Western literature and film, the attic is often portrayed as a nostalgic place where family secrets, old photos, or even 'ghosts' are hidden.
Quick Quiz
The boxes of old clothes are stored in the ______, just under the roof.
Correct!
The correct answer is: attic
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