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
1591
Ditto
Answer:
The same
Ditto (ویسا ہی) is a mark or term used to indicate that a word or figure above it is to be repeated. It signifies 'the same' (وہی) to avoid repetition.
1592
Dither
Answer:
Flustered excitement
To dither (ہچکچاہٹ) means to be indecisive and act in a nervous, agitated way. 'Flustered excitement' (گھبرائی ہوئی بے چینی) captures this state of nervous agitation and indecision. 'Exasperation' (شدید ناراضگی) means intense irritation. 'Calm scrutiny' (پرسکون جانچ) is the opposite.
1593
Distress
Answer:
Agony
Distress (شدید تکلیف) means extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain. 'Agony' (اذیت) is a state of extreme physical or mental suffering, making it the closest synonym. 'Harass' (پریشان کرنا) means to intimidate. 'Distract' (توجہ ہٹانا) means to draw attention away. 'Delirium' (ہذیان) is a disturbed state of mind.
1594
Distinct
Answer:
Clear
Distinct (واضح) means recognizably different, or easily perceptible and 'clear' (صاف) to the senses.
1595
Distill
Answer:
Purify
To distill (کشید کرنا) is to 'purify' (صاف کرنا) a liquid by 'separating it by evaporation' (بخارات سے الگ کرنا) and condensation. The core purpose is purification.
1596
Dissuaded
Answer:
Deterred
To dissuade (باز رکھنا) someone is to persuade them *not* to do something. It is to 'deter' (روکنا) or discourage them. 'Persuaded' (قائل کرنا) is the antonym.
1597
Dissertation
Answer:
Thesis
A dissertation (مقالہ) is a long essay on a particular subject, especially one written for a university degree. 'Thesis' (تحقیقی مقالہ) is a direct synonym.
1598
Dissent
Answer:
Disagree
To dissent (اختلاف کرنا) means to hold or express opinions that are different from those commonly held. It is to 'disagree' (متفق نہ ہونا). 'Assent' (رضامندی) is the antonym.
1599
Dissembling
Answer:
Pretending
Dissembling (ریاکاری) is the act of concealing one's true motives or beliefs. It is a form of 'pretending' (دکھاوا کرنا). 'Taking apart' (الگ کرنا) is 'disassembling'.
1600
Dispassionate
Answer:
Detached
Dispassionate (غیر جذباتی) means not influenced by strong emotion, and therefore able to be rational and impartial. 'Detached' (لا تعلق) is a direct synonym.