Synonyms MCQs with Answers & Explanations (Page 53)

A sensor (حساس آلہ) is a device that detects changes in the environment. A 'smoke detector' (دھوئیں کا پتہ لگانے والا) is a common example of a sensor. 'One who criticizes' (تنقید کرنے والا) is a 'censor'.

Sententious (پندآمیز) means 'pompous and moralizing' (پرتکلف اور اخلاقیات کا درس دینے والا); given to making pompous, moralizing speeches.

A sequel (تسلسل) is a book, film, or event that follows or is a 'continuation' (جاری) of an earlier one. 'Sound with a sharp note' (تیز آواز) is 'squeal'.

Serene (پرسکون) means 'calm and peaceful' (پُرامن اور پرسکون), and untroubled. 'Happy' (خوش) is related but not as precise. 'Alluring' (دلکش) means attractive.

To sever (کاٹنا) means to divide by cutting or slicing; to 'cut off' (الگ کرنا) a part from a whole. 'Severe' (سخت) is a different word meaning harsh.

Severe (سخت) means very great, intense, or 'harsh' (شدید). A severe punishment is a harsh one. 'Vague' (مبہم) is an antonym.

A sheath (میان) is a close-fitting 'protective covering' (حفاظتی غلاف), typically for the 'blade' (دھار) of a knife or sword.

Sheepish (شرمندہ) means showing 'embarrassment' (شرمندگی) from shame or a lack of self-confidence.

Shenanigans (شرارت) are secret or dishonest activities, or silly, 'mischievous nonsense' (شیطانی بکواس).

To shimmer (جھلملانا) means 'to shine with a soft, quivering light' (ہلکی کانپتی روشنی سے چمکنا). 'Tremble' (کانپنا) is to shake, but 'shimmer' is about light.

Shrapnel (چھرا) refers to fragments of an 'artillery shell' (توپ کا گولا), bomb, or mine that have exploded.

To shunt (ایک طرف کرنا) means to push or pull something (like a train car) onto a different track, or more generally, 'to move out of the way' (راستے سے ہٹانا) or aside.

A silhouette (سایہ) is a 'dark outline picture' (تاریک خاکہ) of someone or something visible against a lighter background.

A simile (تشبیہ) is a figure of speech involving the 'comparison of one thing with another' (ایک چیز کا دوسری سے موازنہ) of a different kind, using 'like' or 'as' (e.g., 'as brave as a lion').

To skulk (دبکنا) means to keep out of sight, typically with a sinister or cowardly motive. 'To lurk' (گھات لگانا) or move stealthily is a direct synonym.

Slew (بہت بڑی تعداد) (often as 'a slew of') is an informal term for a 'large number' (بڑی مقدار) or a great quantity of something. 'Slue' means to twist.

To slue (مڑنا) (or 'slew') means to 'twist or skid' (پھسلنا) around or to turn on a pivot. 'Slew' (as a noun) means a large number.

Sluggish (سست) means 'slow' (آہستہ) -moving or inactive; lacking energy.

Smug (خود مطمئن) means having or showing excessive pride in oneself or one's achievements. 'Self-satisfied' (اپنے آپ سے راضی) is a direct synonym.

Software (سافٹ ویئر) refers to the 'computer programs' (کمپیوٹر پروگرام) and operating systems used by a computer, as opposed to the physical 'hardware'.