Synonyms MCQs with Answers & Explanations (Page 57)

Tenuous (کمزور) means very weak, slight, or flimsy (like a tenuous link). 'Insubstantial' (غیر ٹھوس) is a direct synonym. 'Tentative' (عارضی) means provisional.

Tepid (نیم گرم) means (especially of a liquid) only 'slightly warm' (ہلکا گرم). 'Lukewarm' (شیر گرم) is also a direct synonym, but 'slightly warm' is the provided correct answer.

Testimony (گواہی) is a formal statement, especially one given in a court of law, that serves as 'evidence' (ثبوت). 'Proclivity' (رجحان) and 'Propensity' (میلان) are synonyms for 'tendency'.

A tether (رسی) is a 'rope or chain' (رسی یا زنجیر) used to tie an animal to a post, restricting its movement.

A theocracy (مذہبی حکومت) is a system of government in which priests rule in the name of God or a god. It is a government based on 'religion' (مذہب).

Thermal (حرارتی) is an adjective relating to 'heat' (گرمی). For example, thermal energy is heat energy.

To thrive (پھلنا پھولنا) means to grow or develop well; to 'prosper' (کامیاب ہونا) or flourish.

Timid (بزدل) means showing a lack of courage or confidence; easily frightened. 'Coy' (شرمیلا) means shy or modest, which is a form of timidity.

A Titan (دیو) in Greek mythology was one of a family of 'giants' (بہت بڑا). The word is now used for any person or thing of great size or power.

The idiom 'to stand on ceremony' (تکلف کرنا) means to insist on observing all rules of etiquette and 'formality' (رسمی کارروائی).

Torpid (سست) means mentally or physically inactive; lethargic. 'Sluggish' (کاہل) is a direct synonym. 'Rapid' (تیز) is the antonym.

The torso (دھڑ) is the 'trunk' (جسم کا درمیانی حصہ) of the human body, distinct from the head and limbs.

Tortuous (پُرپیچ) means full of 'twists and turns' (بل کھاتا ہوا); complex. (Do not confuse with 'torturous', which means painful).

A touchstone (کسوٹی) was a stone used to test gold. Metaphorically, it is a 'standard or criterion' (معیار) by which something is judged.

To tout (تعریف کرنا) means to attempt to sell something, often by pestering, or to 'praise' (ستائش کرنا) something or someone enthusiastically.

A traitor (غدار) is a person 'who betrays' (جو دھوکہ دیتا ہے) their country, a group, or a person.

Transcendental (ماورائی) means relating to a spiritual realm or 'supreme experience' (اعلیٰ تجربہ) beyond normal human understanding.

A transition (تبدیلی) is the process or a period of 'change' (بدلنا) from one state or condition to another.

Travail (محنت شاقہ) means painful or laborious effort. 'Anguish' (اذیت) or painful struggle is the best synonym.

Tremulous (کانپتا ہوا) means 'trembling' (لرزتا ہوا) or quivering, typically from fear, nervousness, or weakness.