Synonyms MCQs with Answers & Explanations

Ditto (ویسا ہی) is a mark or term used to indicate that a word or figure above it is to be repeated. It signifies 'the same' (وہی) to avoid repetition.

To divest (محروم کرنا) means to strip or deprive someone of power, rights, or possessions. 'Rob' (لوٹنا) means to take property from a person or place unlawfully, which is a forceful way of divesting someone.

Divination (پیش گوئی) is the practice of seeking knowledge of the future or the unknown by supernatural means. It is the act of 'foretelling future events' (مستقبل کے واقعات کی پیش گوئی کرنا).

To divulge (افشا کرنا) means to make known private or sensitive information. 'Reveal' (ظاہر کرنا) is a direct synonym. 'Deride' (مذاق اڑانا) means to mock.

Dog-eared (مڑے ہوئے کونے والی) describes a book having the corners of its pages folded down from use. This makes the book look worn, old, or 'shabby' (خستہ حال).

Dogmatic (متعصب) means asserting opinions as if they are facts, without evidence. This is an 'arbitrary' (من مانی) or dictatorial way of stating beliefs. 'Canine' (کتوں سے متعلق) relates to dogs.

The doldrums (مایوسی) is a state of inactivity, 'stagnation' (جمود), or depression. 'Ebullience' (جوش) means being cheerful and is an antonym.

Domestic (گھریلو) means relating to one's own country; not foreign. 'Native' (ملکی) is a synonym in this context. 'Exotic' (غیر ملکی) is the antonym.

A domicile (رہائش گاہ) is a person's fixed, permanent 'home' (گھر) or legal residence. 'Submissive' (فرمانبردار) means meek. 'Soiree' (شام کی محفل) is an evening party.

Dormant (غیر فعال) describes something as being temporarily 'inactive' (سست) or in a state of suspension, like a sleeping volcano.

While 'double-engender' is not a standard term, it may be a typo for 'double entendre' (Alternate meanings). However, based on the options, the intended answer is 'double standard' (دوہرا معیار), which is a rule or principle that is unfairly applied in different ways to different people.

A dowser (پانی تلاش کرنے والا) is 'one who searches for water' (پانی تلاش کرنے والا) or minerals underground using a forked stick or rod (a dowsing rod).

To drain (نکالنا) means to remove liquid from something, or to deplete resources or energy. It involves 'taking away' (لے جانا) the substance. 'To draw off by degrees' (آہستہ آہستہ نکالنا) is also a correct, more specific definition.

Dreadful (خوفناک) means causing or involving great suffering, fear, or unhappiness. It is synonymous with 'horrible' (ہولناک). 'Illusory' (فریب نظر) means based on illusion.

Dross (فضلہ) is the waste matter or 'impurity' (ناپاکی) that rises to the surface of molten metal. Metaphorically, it means rubbish or worthless material.

Dubious (مشکوک) means hesitating or 'doubtful' (شک میں) about something. It can also mean not to be relied upon or suspicious.

A dunce (کند ذہن) is a person who is slow at learning or considered stupid. 'Ignorant' (جاہل) or unintelligent is the core meaning.

A dupe (دھوکہ کھایا ہوا) is a person who is 'easily fooled' (آسانی سے دھوکہ کھانے والا) or deceived.

Duplicity (دوغلاپن) is deceitfulness or double-dealing; speaking or acting in two different ways. It is a form of 'hypocrisy' (منافقت). 'Candor' (صاف گوئی) is the antonym.

Dynamic (متحرک) means characterized by constant change, activity, or progress. 'Energetic' (پھریلا) and active is the best synonym.