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
1251
Lesion
Answer:
Injury
A lesion (زخم) is a region in an organ or tissue that has suffered damage through 'injury' (چوٹ) or disease, such as a wound, ulcer, or tumor.
1252
Legitimate
Answer:
Authentic
Legitimate (جائز) means conforming to the law or rules. It is synonymous with 'authentic' (مستند), genuine, or lawful. 'Invalid' (غلط) is the antonym.
1253
Legacy
Answer:
Heritage
A legacy (میراث) is an amount of money or property left to someone in a will. 'Heritage' (ورثہ) is a broader term for property, traditions, or qualities passed down.
1254
Leach
Answer:
To filter or dissolve
To leach (نکل جانا) means to drain away from soil by the action of liquid. It is a process 'to filter or dissolve' (چھاننا یا حل کرنا) and remove soluble components.
1255
Laxity
Answer:
Looseness
Laxity (ڈھیل) is the state of being lax, meaning not sufficiently strict or careful. 'Looseness' (ڈھیلا پن) is the most direct synonym. 'Paucity' (کمی) means scarcity.
1256
Lavish
Answer:
Extravagant
Lavish (فضول خرچ) means sumptuously rich, elaborate, or 'extravagant' (شاہانہ). It implies spending or giving in great amounts.
1257
Laudable
Answer:
Exemplary
Laudable (قابل تعریف) means deserving praise and commendation. 'Exemplary' (مثالی) means serving as a model and worthy of imitation, which is a strong synonym.
1258
Lapidary
Answer:
Pertaining to polished gems
A lapidary (جوہری) is a person who cuts and polishes stones. The adjective 'lapidary' means 'pertaining to polished gems' (تراشے ہوئے جواہرات سے متعلق).
1259
Languid
Answer:
Listless
Languid (سست) means slow, relaxed, or lacking energy. 'Listless' (بے جان) or lethargic is the best synonym. 'Leap out' (اچھلنا) is an antonym.
1260
Lair
Answer:
Den
A lair (ماند) is a wild animal's resting place. 'Den' (کچھار) is a direct synonym.