General English MCQs
Topic Notes: General English
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Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
1021
Reconcile
Answer:
To bring into harmony with
To reconcile (مفاہمت کرنا) means to restore friendly relations between people or 'to bring into harmony' (ہم آہنگ کرنا) two conflicting ideas or facts. 'Disagreement' (اختلاف) is the antonym.
1022
Reclusive
Answer:
Hermitlike
Reclusive (تنہا) means avoiding the company of other people; solitary. 'Hermitlike' (تارک الدنیا) is a direct synonym, describing someone who lives in seclusion. 'Elusive' (گریزاں) means hard to find.
1023
Reclamation
Answer:
Recovering possession
Reclamation (بازیافت) is the process of 'recovering possession' (قبضہ واپس لینا) or use of something, such as reclaiming wasteland or reclaiming baggage.
1024
Reckless
Answer:
Rash
Reckless (لاپرواہ) means heedless of danger or consequences; 'rash' (جلد باز) or impulsive.
1025
Recherche
Answer:
Choice or rare
Recherché (نایاب) is a French word meaning 'choice or rare' (منتخب یا نایاب), exquisite, or exotic. It implies something is sought out with care.
1026
Rebuff
Answer:
Snub
A rebuff (انکار) is an abrupt or ungracious rejection of an offer or advance. 'Snub' (جھڑکنا) is a direct synonym. 'Polish' (چمکا) is 'buff'.
1027
Rebate
Answer:
Partial refund
A rebate (رعایت) is a 'partial refund' (جزوی واپسی) to someone who has paid too much for tax, rent, or a utility. 'Argument' (بحث) is 'debate'.
1028
Reassess
Answer:
Evaluate anew
To reassess (دوبارہ جائزہ لینا) means to 'evaluate anew' (نئے سرے سے اندازہ لگانا) or consider something again, especially if circumstances have changed.
1029
Ravening
Answer:
Greedy
Ravening (لالچی) means extremely hungry and 'greedy' (حریص) for prey or food. 'Delirious' (بے ہوش) means in a disturbed state of mind.
1030
Rationale
Answer:
Justification
A rationale (دلیل) is a set of reasons or a logical basis for a course of action. 'Justification' (جواز) is a direct synonym.