Synonyms MCQs with Answers & Explanations (Page 55)

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.

To stipulate (شرط لگانا) means to demand or 'specify' (واضح کرنا) a requirement as part of an agreement.

To stoop (جھکنا) means to bend one's head or body forward and downward; 'to bow' (سر جھکانا) or bend.

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.

Straits (مشکلات) (plural) refers to a situation of 'difficulty' (پریشانی) or distress, especially financial (e.g., 'in dire straits').

A stratagem (جنگی چال) is a plan or 'scheme to deceive' (دھوکہ دینے کا منصوبہ) an enemy or achieve a goal.

A stricture (سخت تنقید) is a 'severe criticism' (شدید مذمت) or censure. It also means a restriction on a person or activity.

Stringent (سخت) (of regulations or conditions) means strict, precise, and 'severe' (شدید). 'Soft' (نرم) or 'lax' is an antonym.

To subjugate (غلام بنانا) means to bring under domination or control, especially 'to conquer' (فتح کرنا) a people. 'Free' (آزاد کرنا) is the antonym.

To subside (کم ہونا) means to become less intense, violent, or severe; 'to become less agitated' (کم پریشان ہونا).

Subterfuge (حیلہ) is deceit used to achieve one's goal. A false 'excuse' (بہانہ) is a common form of subterfuge.

Subtle (لطیف) means so delicate or precise as to be difficult to analyze. It implies a 'clever' (ہوشیار) or delicate use of understanding or skill.

To subvert (تختہ الٹنا) means 'to undermine' (کمزور کرنا) the power and authority of an established system.

Sultry (حبس بھرا) (of weather) means 'hot and moist' (گرم اور مرطوب) or humid.

A summit (چوٹی) is the highest point or 'top' (بلندی) of a hill or mountain. 'Slope' (ڈھلوان) is the side.

Sumptuous (پرتکلف) means 'splendid' (شاندار) and expensive-looking; luxurious. 'Meagre' (کم) is the antonym.

To supplant (جگہ لینا) means to supersede and 'replace' (تبدیل کرنا) someone or something, often by force or treachery.

Supple (لچکدار) means bending and moving easily; 'flexible' (نرم). 'Stiff' (سخت) is the antonym.

To surmise (قیاس کرنا) means to suppose that something is true without having evidence. 'Guess' (اندازہ لگانا) is a direct synonym.

To surmount (قابو پانا) means 'to overcome' (فتح پانا) a difficulty or obstacle.