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
1401
Henchman
Answer:
Right-hand man
A henchman (وفادار ساتھی) is a faithful follower or 'right-hand man' (خاص آدمی), especially one who is involved in wrongdoing or criminal activity.
1402
Hedonist
Answer:
Pleasure seeker
A hedonist (عیش پرست) is a person who believes that the pursuit of pleasure is the most important thing in life; a 'pleasure seeker' (لذت کا متلاشی).
1403
Hedge
Answer:
Barrier
A hedge (باڑ) is a fence or 'barrier' (رکاوٹ) formed by closely growing bushes. Metaphorically, it is a way to protect or limit.
1404
Hector
Answer:
To harass
To hector (دھمکانا) someone means to talk to them in a bullying or intimidating way. 'To harass' (پریشان کرنا) is a close synonym.
1405
Heinous
Answer:
Vicious
Heinous (گھناؤنا) describes an act that is utterly odious or wicked. 'Vicious' (شریر) or wicked is a strong synonym.
1406
Heartfelt
Answer:
Sincere
Heartfelt (دلی) describes a feeling or expression that is deeply and 'sincerely' (مخلصانہ) felt.
1407
Heady
Answer:
Exciting
Heady (نشہ آور) means potent or intoxicating. A heady atmosphere is 'exciting' (پُرجوش) and stimulating.
1408
Harmonious
Answer:
Coherent
Harmonious (ہم آہنگ) means tuneful or forming a pleasing, consistent whole. 'Coherent' (مربوط) means logical and consistent, which is a key part of harmony. 'Jarring' (ناگوار) is the antonym.
1409
Harass
Answer:
Annoy
To harass (پریشان کرنا) means to subject to aggressive pressure or intimidation. To 'annoy' (تنگ کرنا) persistently is a form of harassment.
1410
Haphazard
Answer:
Unsystematic
Haphazard (بے ترتیب) means lacking any obvious principle of organization. 'Unsystematic' (غیر منظم) or random is the definition. 'By chance' (اتفاق سے) is related, but 'unsystematic' is more precise.