General English MCQs
Topic Notes: General English
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
8401
Bearing
Answer:
Relevance
In the context of "This has no bearing on the case," 'bearing' (تعلق) refers to the 'relevance' (مطابقت) or connection something has to a matter.
8402
Barrister
Answer:
Attorney
A barrister (بیرسٹر) is a type of lawyer, especially in the UK legal system. 'Attorney' (وکیل) is a general term for a lawyer and serves as a good synonym.
8403
Baroque
Answer:
Ornate
Baroque (باروک) is a style of art and architecture known for being highly detailed, extravagant, and 'ornate' (آراستہ).
8404
Banish
Answer:
Blacklist
To banish (جلاوطن کرنا) means to formally expel or get rid of someone or something. To 'blacklist' (بلیک لسٹ کرنا) is to put someone on a list of people to be excluded, which is the closest available option. 'Recall' (واپس بلانا) and 'Exonerate' (بری کرنا) are antonyms.
8405
Balm
Answer:
Soothes
A balm (مرہم) is an ointment or substance that heals, calms, or 'soothes' (تسکین دینا) the skin or a person's feelings. 'Irritates' (جلن پیدا کرنا) is an antonym.
8406
Baleful
Answer:
Ominous
Baleful (نحس) means threatening harm or evil; menacing. It is synonymous with 'ominous' (منحوس), which suggests that something bad is going to happen.
8407
Baffle
Answer:
Confuse
To baffle (چکرا دینا) someone means to 'confuse' (الجھانا) them completely; to be too hard for them to understand or solve.
8408
Axis
Answer:
Straight
An axis (محور) is an imaginary 'straight' (سیدھا) line around which an object rotates or a 'straight' line that divides a shape symmetrically. 'Slanted' (ترچھا) and 'Zig-zag' (ٹیڑھا میڑھا) are incorrect.
8409
Avert
Answer:
Avoid
To avert (ٹالنا) means to turn away (one's eyes) or, more commonly, to prevent an undesirable event from happening. It is synonymous with 'avoid' (بچنا).
8410
Aversion
Answer:
Hatred
Aversion (نفرت) is a strong, deep-seated dislike or disinclination. 'Hatred' (شدید نفرت) is the strongest and most suitable synonym provided.