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
1621
Dicker
Answer:
Bargain
To dicker (سودا بازی کرنا) means to 'bargain' (مول تول کرنا) or haggle persistently, especially about a price.
1622
Diagnosis
Answer:
Identification of an illness
A diagnosis (تشخیص) is the 'identification of an illness' (بیماری کی شناخت) or other problem by examination of the symptoms.
1623
Dexterous
Answer:
Skilful
Dexterous (ماہر) means showing or having 'skill' (ہنرمند), especially with the hands. It implies being adroit and nimble.
1624
Devoid
Answer:
Deficient
Devoid (خالی) of something means to be entirely lacking or free from it. 'Deficient' (کمی) means lacking, making it a close synonym. 'Endowed' (نوازا) is an antonym.
1625
Devise
Answer:
Plan
To devise (ترتیب دینا) means to 'plan' (منصوبہ بنانا) or invent something, typically by careful thought.
1626
Deviate
Answer:
Move away
To deviate (منحرف ہونا) means to depart or 'move away' (دور ہٹنا) from an established course, standard, or norm.
1627
Deterrent
Answer:
Check
A deterrent (روک تھام) is something that discourages or is intended to discourage someone from doing something. It acts as a 'check' (رکاوٹ) or restraint.
1628
Detrimental
Answer:
Harmful
Detrimental (نقصان دہ) means tending to cause harm. 'Harmful' (مضر) is a direct synonym.
1629
Detestable
Answer:
Abhorrent
Detestable (قابل نفرت) means deserving intense dislike or hatred. 'Abhorrent' (مکروہ) is a strong synonym, meaning inspiring disgust and loathing. 'Adorable' (پیارا) is the antonym.
1630
Deteriorate
Answer:
Become worse
To deteriorate (خراب ہونا) means to 'become worse' (بدتر ہو جانا) in quality, condition, or value over time.