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
1161
Oblivious
Answer:
Forgetful
Oblivious (بے خبر) means not aware of or concerned about what is happening. 'Forgetful' (بھولنے والا) or unaware is the best synonym. 'Observant' (تیز نظر) is the antonym.
1162
Oblique
Answer:
Indirect or evasive
Oblique (ترچھا) means not expressed or done in a direct way; 'indirect or evasive' (بالواسطہ یا مبہم). 'To the point' (براہ راست) is the antonym.
1163
Obdurate
Answer:
Stubborn
Obdurate (ضدی) means stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or course of action. 'Stubborn' (ہٹ دھرم) is a direct synonym.
1164
Numismatics
Answer:
Collector of coins
Numismatics (سکہ شناسی) is the study or collection of coins, banknotes, and medals. A numismatist is a 'collector of coins' (سکوں کا جمع کرنے والا).
1165
Notorious
Answer:
A bad reputation
Notorious (بدنام) means famous for some bad quality or deed, thus having 'a bad reputation' (بری شہرت). 'Honor and acclaim' (عزت اور تعریف) is an antonym.
1166
Notion
Answer:
Impression
A notion (خیال) is a concept, belief, or vague 'impression' (تاثر) about something. 'Fact' (حقیقت) is an antonym, as a notion may not be true.
1167
Notable
Answer:
Worthy of notice
Notable (قابل ذکر) means 'worthy of notice' (قابل توجہ) or attention; remarkable.
1168
Nostrum
Answer:
Quack medicine
A nostrum (جعلی دوا) is a 'quack medicine' (عطائی دوا) or a scheme of questionable effectiveness. 'External opening in the nose' (نتھنا) is a 'nostril'.
1169
Nonpareil
Answer:
Unequaled
Nonpareil (بے مثال) means having no match or equal; unrivaled. 'Unequaled' (لاجواب) is a direct synonym.
1170
Nonchalant
Answer:
Calm and casual
Nonchalant (بے پرواہ) is the adjective form, meaning feeling or appearing 'calm and casual' (پرسکون اور بے تکلف) and relaxed. 'Apprehensive' (فکرمند) is an antonym.