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
1471
Flabbergasted
Answer:
Astonished
To be flabbergasted (حیران رہ جانا) means to be greatly surprised or 'astonished' (ششدہ).
1472
Finicky
Answer:
Choosy
Finicky (نفاست پسند) means fussy or 'choosy' (انتخاب میں سخت) about one's needs or requirements, especially regarding food. 'Easy-going' (ملنسار) is an antonym.
1473
Fidelity
Answer:
Dedication
Fidelity (وفاداری) means faithfulness to a person, cause, or belief, demonstrated by continuing loyalty and 'dedication' (لگن). 'Treachery' (غداری) is the antonym.
1474
Fiction
Answer:
Fabrication
Fiction (افسانہ) is literature that describes imaginary events and people. It is a 'fabrication' (من گھڑت) or invention. 'Reality' (حقیقت) is the antonym.
1475
Fickle
Answer:
Changing
Fickle (غیر مستقل مزاج) means 'changing' (بدلتے رہنا) frequently, especially regarding one's loyalties, interests, or affection. 'Steadfast' (ثابت قدم) is the antonym.
1476
Fiasco
Answer:
Failure
A fiasco (ناکامی) is a complete, ridiculous, and ignominious 'failure' (بری طرح ناکامی).
1477
Fervour
Answer:
Eagerness
Fervour (جوش) is intense and passionate feeling. 'Eagerness' (شوق) or strong enthusiasm is a key component of this. 'Apathy' (بے حسی) is the antonym.
1478
Ferment
Answer:
Form alcohol
To ferment (خمیر اٹھنا) is the chemical breakdown of a substance, such as sugar, by microorganisms, which is the process used to 'form alcohol' (شراب بنانا).
1479
Felicity
Answer:
Happiness
Felicity (خوشی) means intense 'happiness' (مسرت) or bliss. It can also mean the ability to express oneself appropriately.
1480
Feign
Answer:
Pretend
To feign (بہانہ کرنا) means 'to pretend' (دکھاوا کرنا) to be affected by a feeling, state, or injury.