The CSS (Central Superior Services) Exam MCQs
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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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Which of the following is the most appropriate antonym for "POLEMIC"?
Answer:
Agreement
Polemic (مباحثہ) means a strong verbal or written attack on someone or something. Agreement (اتفاق) means harmony or accordance in opinion or feeling. Amity (دوستی) means friendship; peaceful harmony. Cooperation (تعاون) means the process of working together to the same end.
92
Which of the following is the most appropriate antonym for "INSIPID"?
Answer:
Pungent
Insipid (بے مزہ) means lacking flavor; dull; not at all stimulating. Pungent (تیز) means having a sharply strong taste or smell. Sour (کھٹا) means having an acid taste like that of lemon or vinegar. Saucy (بدو تمیز) means cheeky; displaying rude or disrespectful behavior.
93
Which of the following is the most appropriate antonym for "LEAP"?
Answer:
Fall
Leap (چھلانگ) means jump or spring a long way, to a great height, or with great force. Fall (گرنا) means move downward, typically rapidly and freely without control, from a higher to a lower level. Plunge (ڈوبکی لگانا) means jump or dive quickly and energetically. Immerse (ڈوبنا) means involve oneself deeply in a particular activity or interest.
94
Which of the following is the most appropriate antonym for "POMPOUS"?
Answer:
Humble
Pompous (شیخی باز) means affectedly and irritatingly grand, solemn, or self-important. Humble (عاجز) means having or showing a modest or low estimate of one's own importance. Normal (معمول) means conforming to a standard; usual, typical, or expected. Feeble (کمزور) means physically weak, especially as a result of age or illness.
95
Which of the following is the most appropriate antonym for "GLIB"?
Answer:
Halting
Glib (چرب زبان) means fluent and voluble but insincere and shallow. Halting (اٹکنا) means hesitant or faltering. Modest (منکسر مزاج) means unassuming or moderate in the estimation of one's abilities or achievements. Unwilling (ناپسندیدہ) means not willing or ready; reluctant.
96
Which of the following is the most appropriate antonym for "ADMONISH"?
Answer:
Commend
Admonish (سرزنش کرنا) means to warn or reprimand someone firmly. Commend (سراہنا) means praise formally or officially. Approve (منظور کرنا) means officially agree to or accept as satisfactory. Flatter (خوشامد کرنا) means praise somewhat dishonestly.
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Which of the following is the most appropriate antonym for "VINDICATE"?
Answer:
Condemn
Vindicate (بری کرنا) means clear (someone) of blame or suspicion. Condemn (مذمت کرنا) means express complete disapproval of, typically in public; censure. Exonerate (بری کرنا) means (especially of an official body) absolve (someone) from blame for a fault or wrongdoing, especially after due consideration of the case.
98
Which of the following is the most appropriate antonym for "HATE"?
Answer:
Admire
Hate (نفرت) means feel intense dislike for. Admire (تعریف کرنا) means regard with respect or warm approval. Loathe (نفرت کرنا) means feel intense dislike or disgust for. Abhor (نفرت کرنا) means regard with disgust and hatred.
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Which of the following is the most appropriate antonym for "CAPACIOUS"?
Answer:
Limited
Capacious (کشادہ) means having a lot of space inside; roomy. Limited (محدود) means restricted in size, amount, or extent; few, small, or short. Changeable (تبدیل پذیر) means liable to change or be changed; variable. Caring (خیال رکھنے والا) means displaying kindness and concern for others.
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Which of the following is the most appropriate antonym for "VILIFY"?
Answer:
Commend
Vilify (بدنام کرنا) means speak or write about in an abusively disparaging manner. Commend (سراہنا) means praise formally or officially. Admonish (سرزنش کرنا) means to warn or reprimand someone firmly. Pray (دعا کرنا) means address a solemn request or expression of thanks to God or another deity.