Synonyms MCQs with Answers & Explanations (Page 38)

A lesion (زخم) is a region in an organ or tissue that has suffered damage through 'injury' (چوٹ) or disease, such as a wound, ulcer, or tumor.

To levy (عائد کرنا) means to 'impose' (لگانا) a tax, fee, or fine. 'Envy' (حسد) is a feeling of jealousy.

Libellous (توہین آمیز) describes a published false statement that is 'defamatory' (ہتک آمیز), damaging a person's reputation. 'Laudable' (قابل تعریف) is an antonym.

A lien (حق) is a 'legal claim' (قانونی دعویٰ) or right to keep possession of property belonging to another person until a debt owed by that person is discharged.

Limber (لچکدار) means flexible, supple, and 'agile' (پھرتیلا). 'Perfusion' (انڈیلنا) is the passage of fluid through the body.

The limelight (مرکز نگاہ) is the focus of public attention. 'Prominence' (شہرت) is a direct synonym. 'Unimportance' (غیر اہم) is the antonym.

To liquidate (ختم کرنا) a company means to wind up its affairs by settling debts and 'dissolving' (تحلیل کرنا) it. It can also mean to pay off a debt or convert assets to cash.

Litigation (مقدمہ بازی) is the process of taking legal action. A 'lawsuit' (مقدمہ) is the most direct synonym for this process. 'Reconciliation' (مفاہمت) is the opposite.

To be loath (ناپسند کرنا) to do something means to be unwilling or reluctant. 'Hate' (نفرت کرنا) is a strong synonym for the feeling behind this reluctance. 'Encourage' (حوصلہ افزائی کرنا) is an antonym.

Loch (جھیل) is the Scottish Gaelic word for a 'lake' (جھیل) or a sea inlet.

Locus (مقام) is a Latin word meaning 'a place' (ایک جگہ). In technical use, it refers to a particular position, point, or place.

A longing (آرزو) is a strong, persistent 'desire' (خواہش) or craving for something, especially something distant or unattainable.

Loquacious (باتونی) means tending to talk a great deal; 'talkative' (بہت باتیں کرنے والا). 'Reticent' or 'taciturn' are antonyms.

Lucid (واضح) means expressed clearly and easy to understand. It can also mean 'brilliant' (روشن) or bright. 'Murky' (دھندلا) and 'Dull' (پھیکا) are antonyms.

Lucrative (منافع بخش) means producing a great deal of profit. It is financially 'rewarding' (نفع آور).

Lumbering (بھاری قدموں سے چلنا) means moving in a slow, heavy, and 'awkward' (بے ڈھنگا) way. 'Nimble' (پھرتیلا) and 'Agile' (تیز) are antonyms.

A luminary (مشہور شخصیت) is a person who inspires or influences others, especially a 'celebrity' (نامور شخص) in a particular field. It can also mean an object that gives light.

Lurid (سنسنی خیز) means presented in vividly shocking or 'sensational' (ہیجان انگیز) terms, especially giving details of crimes or violence. 'Nonsensical' (لغو) means absurd.

Lustrous (چمکدار) means having a shine or glow. 'Dazzling' (خیرہ کن) is a strong synonym, implying a bright shine. 'Lackluster' (پھیکا) is the antonym.

Macrobiotics (میکروبایوٹکس) is a 'dietary system' (غذائی نظام) that involves eating grains as a staple food supplemented with vegetables, intended to prolong life.