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
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Lasting for a very short time.
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Ephemeral
Ephemeral means lasting for a very short time. Inevitable means certain to happen. Posthumous means occurring after death. Permanent is the opposite.
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A lover of art.
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Dilettante
A Dilettante is a person who cultivates an area of interest, such as the arts, without real commitment or knowledge (sometimes derogatory). A Raconteur is skilled in telling stories. An Antagonist actively opposes someone. A Partisan is fanatically committed to a cause.
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A government run by a small group of people.
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Oligarchy
An Oligarchy is a small group of people having control of a country, organization, or institution. Monogamy is being married to one person. Democracy is government by the people. Pacifism is the belief against war.
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A person who can endure pain or hardship without showing feelings.
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Stoic
A Stoic is a person who can endure pain or hardship without showing their feelings or complaining. A Glutton eats too much. A Misanthrope hates humankind. A Zealot is a fanatical person.
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The art of beautiful handwriting.
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Calligraphy
Calligraphy is the art of producing decorative handwriting or lettering. A Cartographer makes maps. A Cacographer is bad at spelling. Etymology is the study of word origins.
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Something that is certain to happen.
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Inevitable
Inevitable means certain to happen; unavoidable. Ephemeral means lasting for a very short time. Impromptu means done without being planned. Cryptic means having a hidden meaning.
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Fear of closed spaces.
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Claustrophobia
Claustrophobia is the extreme or irrational fear of confined places. Angst is a feeling of deep anxiety. Nostalgia is a sentimental longing for the past. Pacifism is the belief that war is unjustifiable.
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A person who is new to a profession or activity.
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Neophyte
A Neophyte is a person who is new to a subject, skill, or belief; a beginner. A Stoic endures pain without showing feeling. A Dilettante is a lover of art. A Veteran is a person with long experience.
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The study of the origin and history of words.
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Etymology
Etymology is the study of the origin of words. Archaeology is the study of human history through excavation. Entomology is the study of insects. Physiology is the study of the functions of the body.
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To formally give up a throne, high office, or right.
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Abdicate
To Abdicate is to formally renounce a throne or high office. To Recant is to renounce a belief. To Exonerate is to free from blame. To Condemn is to express strong disapproval.