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
8501
Admonitory
Answer:
Warning
Admonitory (تنبیہی) means giving or conveying a warning or reprimand. 'Warning' (انتباہ) is the core meaning.
8502
Admiration
Answer:
Respect
Admiration (تعریف) is a feeling of 'respect' (عزت) and warm approval for someone or something.
8503
Adjacent
Answer:
Contiguous
Adjacent (ملحقہ) means next to or adjoining something else. 'Contiguous' (متصل) means sharing a common border or touching, making it a precise synonym.
8504
Addle
Answer:
To confuse
To addle (گڈمڈ کرنا) means to make someone unable to think clearly; to 'confuse' (الجھانا) them. 'Add' (جمع کرنا) is a completely different word.
8505
Addicted
Answer:
Habitually dependent
To be addicted (عادی) means to be physically or mentally dependent on a particular substance or activity. 'Habitually dependent' (عادتاً منحصر) is the definition.
8506
Adamant
Answer:
Stubborn
To be adamant (ضدی) means to refuse to be persuaded or to change one's mind. 'Stubborn' (ضدی) is the most direct synonym.
8507
Acumen
Answer:
Cleverness
Acumen (فراست) is the ability to make good judgments and quick decisions, typically in a particular domain. 'Cleverness' (ہوشیاری) or 'Astute' (تیز فہم) are strong synonyms, but 'cleverness' captures the skill aspect well.
8508
Acrimonious
Answer:
Bitter
Acrimonious (تلخ) describes an argument, debate, or relationship that is angry and full of 'bitter' (تلخ) feeling and words.
8509
Acquittal
Answer:
Clearance
An acquittal (بریت) is a judgment that a person is not guilty of the crime with which they have been charged. 'Clearance' (بریت) from charges is the correct meaning. 'Conviction' (سزا یابی) is the antonym.
8510
Acquaintance
Answer:
Familiarity
An acquaintance (واقفیت) is a person one knows slightly, or it can mean knowledge or 'familiarity' (واقفیت) with someone or something. 'Ignorance' (لاعلمی) is an antonym.