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
1351
Improvise
Answer:
Devise
To improvise (فوری طور پر تیار کرنا) means to create or perform spontaneously, using whatever is available. It is to 'devise' (ایجاد کرنا) something on the spot. 'Rehearse' (مشق کرنا) is the antonym.
1352
Impromptu
Answer:
Spontaneous
Impromptu (فوری) means done without being planned or rehearsed. 'Spontaneous' (خود بخود) is the best synonym. 'Premeditated' (پہلے سے سوچا سمجھا) is the antonym.
1353
Impregnable
Answer:
Unconquerable
Impregnable (ناقابل تسخیر) means unable to be captured or broken into. 'Unconquerable' (جسے فتح نہ کیا جا سکے) is a direct synonym. 'Vulnerable' (کمزور) is the antonym.
1354
Impound
Answer:
Take into custody
To impound (قبضے میں لینا) means to seize and 'take into legal custody' (قانونی تحویل میں لینا), such as a car.
1355
Import
Answer:
Meaning
Besides bringing goods in, 'import' (مطلب) as a noun can also mean the 'meaning' (معنی) or significance of something (e.g., 'a matter of great import').
1356
Implicit
Answer:
Implied
Implicit (پوشیدہ) means 'implied' (مراد) though not plainly expressed. 'Explicit' (واضح) is the antonym.
1357
Implicate
Answer:
Incriminate
To implicate (ملوث کرنا) someone is to show them to be involved in a crime. 'Incriminate' (مجرم ٹھہرانا) is a direct synonym.
1358
Implement
Answer:
To enforce
To implement (نافذ کرنا) a plan or decision means to put it into effect. 'To enforce' (لاگو کرنا) or carry out is the correct meaning.
1359
Impertinence
Answer:
Boldness
Impertinence (گستاخی) is a lack of respect; rudeness. It implies an inappropriate 'boldness' (جرات) or forwardness.
1360
Impediment
Answer:
Obstruction
An impediment (رکاوٹ) is a hindrance or 'obstruction' (رکاوت) in doing something, such as a speech impediment.