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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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Diverge (الگ ہونا) means separate from another route and go in a different direction. Repulse (دفع کرنا) means drive back (an attack or attacking enemy) by force. Resurge (دوبارہ اٹھنا) means increase or revive after a period of little activity, popularity, or occurrence. Constrict (تنگ کرنا) means make narrower, especially by encircling pressure. Converge (اکٹھا ہونا) means (of several people or things) come together from different directions so as eventually to meet. Which of the following is the most appropriate antonym for "ALLURE"?
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Friend (دوست) means a person whom one knows and with whom one has a bond of mutual affection, typically exclusive of sexual or family relations. Rival (حریف) means a person or thing competing with another for the same objective or for superiority in the same field. Acquaintance (جاننے والا) means a person one knows slightly, but who is not a close friend. Competitor (مقابلہ کرنے والا) means a person who competes with another, especially in a sport or business. Foe (دشمن) means an enemy or opponent. Which of the following is the most appropriate antonym for "DIVERGE"?
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Discrepancy (تضاد) means a lack of compatibility or similarity between two or more facts. Variance (تغیر) means the fact or quality of being different, divergent, or inconsistent. Inconsistency (تضاد) means the fact or state of being inconsistent. Inappropriate (نامناسب) means not suitable or proper in the circumstances. Consistency (مطابقت) means conformity in the application of something, typically that which is necessary for the sake of logic, accuracy, or fairness. Which of the following is the most appropriate antonym for "FRIEND"?
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Reprisal (انتقامی کارروائی) means an act of retaliation. Relief (راحت) means a feeling of reassurance and relaxation following release from anxiety or distress. Exemption (چھوٹ) means the action of freeing or state of being free from an obligation or liability imposed on others. Relaxation (سکون) means the state of being free from tension and anxiety. Forgiveness (معافی) means the action or process of forgiving or being forgiven. Which of the following is the most appropriate antonym for "DISCREPANCY"?
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Religious (مذہبی) means relating to or believing in a religion. Atheistic (ملحد) means disbelieving or lacking belief in the existence of God or gods. Immoral (غیر اخلاقی) means not conforming to accepted standards of morality. Sinful (گناہگار) means tainted with sin; wicked. Secular (دنیاوی) means not connected with religious or spiritual matters. Which of the following is the most appropriate antonym for "REPRISAL"?
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Blemish (داغ) means a small mark or flaw which spoils the appearance of something. Preserve (محفوظ کرنا) means maintain (something) in its original or existing state. Defect (عیب) means a shortcoming, imperfection, or lack. Tarnish (بدمزہ کرنا) means lose or cause to lose luster, especially as a result of exposure to air or moisture. Purify (صاف کرنا) means remove contaminants from. Which of the following is the most appropriate antonym for "RELIGIOUS"?
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Uncouth (بد تہذیب) means lacking good manners, refinement, or grace. Crude (خام) means in a natural or raw state; not yet processed or refined. Awkward (بھونڈا) means causing difficulty; hard to do or deal with. Refined (مہذب) means with impurities or unwanted elements having been removed by processing. Courteous (شائستہ) means polite, respectful, or considerate in manner. Which of the following is the most appropriate antonym for "BLEMISH"?
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Chide (ڈانٹنا) means scold or rebuke. Fear (ڈر) means an unpleasant emotion caused by the perception of danger, real or imagined. Criticize (تنقید کرنا) means express disapproval of (someone or something). Flatter (خوشامد کرنا) means lavish praise and compliments on (someone), often insincerely. Praise (تعریف کرنا) means express warm approval or admiration of. Which of the following is the most appropriate antonym for "UNCOUTH"?
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Catholic (وسیع القلب) means including a wide variety of things; all-embracing. Rigid (سخت) means unable to be bent or forced out of shape; not flexible. Strict (سخت) means demanding that rules concerning behavior are obeyed. Orthodox (راسخ الاعتقاد) means conforming to what is generally or traditionally accepted as right or true; established and approved. Narrow-minded (تنگ نظر) means unwilling to listen to or tolerate other people's views; prejudiced. Which of the following is the most appropriate antonym for "CHIDE"?
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Monologue (خود کلامی) means a long speech by one person. Prologue (دیباچہ) means an introductory section of a novel or play. Epilogue (خاتمہ) means a section or speech at the end of a play or book that serves as a comment on or a conclusion to what has happened. Catalogue (فہرست) means a complete list of items, typically one in alphabetical or systematic order. Dialogue (مذاکرہ) means conversation between two or more people. Which of the following is the most appropriate antonym for "CATHOLIC"?
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