Synonyms MCQs with Answers & Explanations

As a verb, to appropriate (قبضہ کرنا) means to take something for one's own use, typically without permission. 'Confiscate' (ضبط کرنا) means to officially take possession of something, and is the closest synonym.

Aptitude (رجحان) is a natural ability or skill to do something. It implies a natural 'tendency' (میلان) or inclination to be good at that activity.

An arbitrator (ثالث) is an independent person or body appointed to settle a dispute. A 'referee' (منصف) serves a similar function of acting as a judge to settle matters.

Arcane (پراسرار) means understood by few; secret or 'mysterious' (پوشیدہ). It implies knowledge that is obscure and not widely known.

Arduous (مشکل) describes something that is difficult and tiring, requiring a lot of effort. 'Strenuous' (محنت طلب) is a direct synonym. 'Simple' (آسان) is the antonym.

An aroma (خوشبو) is a distinctive and typically 'pleasant fragrance' (خوشگوار مہک) or smell, especially from food, wine, or spices.

Artful (مکار) means clever or skillful, especially in a cunning or deceitful way. 'Crafty' (چالاک) is the best synonym. 'Naive' (سادہ لوح) is an antonym.

To be articulate (واضح گو) means to be able to express ideas and feelings fluently and 'coherently' (مربوط). It implies clarity and good communication skills.

An ascent (چڑھائی) is the 'act of rising' (بلند ہونے کا عمل) or climbing up. 'Assent' (رضامندی), which sounds similar, means 'Consent' (رضامندی).

Asinine (احمقانہ) means extremely stupid or foolish. 'Unintelligent' (غیر ذہین) is the most accurate description.

Asperity (سختی) refers to harshness of tone or manner. It can also literally mean the 'roughness' (ناہمواری) or unevenness of a surface.

To cast 'aspersions' (تہمت) on someone is to make a damaging or derogatory remark about their reputation. This is a form of 'slander' (بہتان).

An aspiration (آرزو) is a strong hope or 'ambition' (خواہش) of achieving a particular goal.

An assault (حملہ) is a deliberate physical 'attack' (حملہ) on someone. 'Assert' (دعویٰ کرنا) means to state a fact confidently.

Assent (رضامندی) means to express approval or agreement. It is a direct synonym for 'consent' (رضامندی). 'Ascent' (چڑھائی), which sounds similar, means a 'steep climb'.

To be assertive (پراعتماد) means to behave confidently and state one's views clearly. This often involves being 'insistent' (مصر) about one's rights or opinions. 'Diffident' (شرمیلا) is an antonym.

To assimilate (جذب کرنا) means to take in and fully 'absorb' (جذب کرنا) information, ideas, or culture, making it part of one's own. 'Reject' (مسترد کرنا) is an antonym.

To astound (حیران کرنا) means to shock or greatly surprise someone. To 'bewilder' (ششدہ کرنا) is to confuse or perplex, which is a common effect of being astounded.

The idiom 'at bay' (مشکل میں گھرا) means to be in a difficult situation where one is forced to be defensive and cannot escape, as if 'cornered' (گھرا ہوا) by an attacker.

The idiom 'at sixes and sevens' (بے ترتیبی سے) describes a state of total confusion, disarray, or 'in a disorderly manner' (بے ترتیب).