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
64191
Straddle
Answer:
Have one leg on either side of
To straddle (ٹانگیں پھیلا کر بیٹھنا) means to sit or stand with 'one leg on either side of' (دونوں طرف ایک ایک ٹانگ رکھنا) something, like straddling a horse.
64192
Stoop
Answer:
To bow
To stoop (جھکنا) means to bend one's head or body forward and downward; 'to bow' (سر جھکانا) or bend.
64193
Stipulate
Answer:
Specify
To stipulate (شرط لگانا) means to demand or 'specify' (واضح کرنا) a requirement as part of an agreement.
64194
Stimulate
Answer:
Instigate
To stimulate (متحرک کرنا) means to encourage or arouse interest or activity. 'Instigate' (اکسانا) means to bring about or initiate, which is a strong synonym for stimulating action. 'Dissuade' (باز رکھنا) is an antonym.
64195
Stigma
Answer:
Disgrace
A stigma (داغ) is a mark of 'disgrace' (ذلت) or shame associated with a particular circumstance or quality. 'Respect' (عزت) is an antonym.
64196
Static
Answer:
Inactive
Static (ساکن) means lacking in movement, action, or change. 'Inactive' (غیر فعال) or stationary is the correct meaning. 'Dynamic' is the antonym.
64197
Startled
Answer:
Sudden surprise
To be startled (چونکنا) means to feel 'sudden surprise' (اچانک حیرت) or shock, causing a brief jump or movement.
64198
Squib
Answer:
Short news story
A squib (مختصر خبر) is a small firework, but in journalism, it is a 'short news story' (مختصر اخباری اطلاع) or a brief, witty comment.
64199
Squelch
Answer:
To inform on
To 'squelch' (دبانا) means to repress or silence. However, it is often confused with 'squeal', which is an informal term 'to inform on' (مخبر بننا) someone. Based on the provided options, the intended (though technically incorrect) answer is 'To inform on'.
64200
Squall
Answer:
Loud scream of pain
A squall (چیخ) is a sudden, violent gust of wind, or a 'loud scream of pain' (درد کی تیز چیخ) or anger.