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
1231
Magnanimous
Answer:
Generous
Magnanimous (فیاض) means very 'generous' (سخی) or forgiving, especially toward a rival or someone less powerful. 'Mean' (کم ظرف) is the antonym.
1232
Macrobiotics
Answer:
Dietary system
Macrobiotics (میکروبایوٹکس) is a 'dietary system' (غذائی نظام) that involves eating grains as a staple food supplemented with vegetables, intended to prolong life.
1233
Lustrous
Answer:
Dazzling
Lustrous (چمکدار) means having a shine or glow. 'Dazzling' (خیرہ کن) is a strong synonym, implying a bright shine. 'Lackluster' (پھیکا) is the antonym.
1234
Lurid
Answer:
Sensational
Lurid (سنسنی خیز) means presented in vividly shocking or 'sensational' (ہیجان انگیز) terms, especially giving details of crimes or violence. 'Nonsensical' (لغو) means absurd.
1235
Luminary
Answer:
Celebrity
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.
1236
Lumbering
Answer:
Awkward
Lumbering (بھاری قدموں سے چلنا) means moving in a slow, heavy, and 'awkward' (بے ڈھنگا) way. 'Nimble' (پھرتیلا) and 'Agile' (تیز) are antonyms.
1237
Lucrative
Answer:
Rewarding
Lucrative (منافع بخش) means producing a great deal of profit. It is financially 'rewarding' (نفع آور).
1238
Lucid
Answer:
Brilliant
Lucid (واضح) means expressed clearly and easy to understand. It can also mean 'brilliant' (روشن) or bright. 'Murky' (دھندلا) and 'Dull' (پھیکا) are antonyms.
1239
Loquacious
Answer:
Talkative
Loquacious (باتونی) means tending to talk a great deal; 'talkative' (بہت باتیں کرنے والا). 'Reticent' or 'taciturn' are antonyms.
1240
Longing
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Desire
A longing (آرزو) is a strong, persistent 'desire' (خواہش) or craving for something, especially something distant or unattainable.