All Categories MCQs
Topic Notes: All Categories
General Description
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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Supplant
Answer:
Replace
To supplant (جگہ لینا) means to supersede and 'replace' (تبدیل کرنا) someone or something, often by force or treachery.
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Sumptuous
Answer:
Splendid
Sumptuous (پرتکلف) means 'splendid' (شاندار) and expensive-looking; luxurious. 'Meagre' (کم) is the antonym.
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Summit
Answer:
Top
A summit (چوٹی) is the highest point or 'top' (بلندی) of a hill or mountain. 'Slope' (ڈھلوان) is the side.
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Sultry
Answer:
Hot and moist
Sultry (حبس بھرا) (of weather) means 'hot and moist' (گرم اور مرطوب) or humid.
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Subvert
Answer:
Undermine
To subvert (تختہ الٹنا) means 'to undermine' (کمزور کرنا) the power and authority of an established system.
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Subtle
Answer:
Clever
Subtle (لطیف) means so delicate or precise as to be difficult to analyze. It implies a 'clever' (ہوشیار) or delicate use of understanding or skill.
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Subterfuge
Answer:
An excuse
Subterfuge (حیلہ) is deceit used to achieve one's goal. A false 'excuse' (بہانہ) is a common form of subterfuge.
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Stricture
Answer:
Severe criticism
A stricture (سخت تنقید) is a 'severe criticism' (شدید مذمت) or censure. It also means a restriction on a person or activity.
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Stratagem
Answer:
Scheme to deceive
A stratagem (جنگی چال) is a plan or 'scheme to deceive' (دھوکہ دینے کا منصوبہ) an enemy or achieve a goal.
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Straits
Answer:
Difficulty
Straits (مشکلات) (plural) refers to a situation of 'difficulty' (پریشانی) or distress, especially financial (e.g., 'in dire straits').