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
1691
Counter
Answer:
Oppose
As a verb, to counter (مخالفت کرنا) means to 'oppose' (روکنا) or speak out against something; to act in response.
1692
Corollary
Answer:
Natural consequence
A corollary (لازمی نتیجہ) is a proposition that follows from one already proved; a direct or 'natural consequence' (فطری نتیجہ) or result.
1693
Cordial
Answer:
Hearty
Cordial (خوشگوار) means warm, friendly, and sincere. 'Hearty' (پرتپاک) or heartfelt is the best synonym. 'Formal' (رسمی) is an antonym.
1694
Copse
Answer:
Thicket
A copse (جھاڑیوں کا جھنڈ) is a small group of trees or bushes. 'Thicket' (گھنی جھاڑی) is a close synonym. 'Dead body' (لاش) is a 'corpse'.
1695
Convey
Answer:
Deliver
To convey (پہنچانا) means to transport or 'deliver' (حوالے کرنا) something to a place. It can also mean to 'communicate' (اظہار کرنا) an idea.
1696
Conversant
Answer:
Familiar
To be conversant (واقف) with a topic means to be 'familiar' (مانوس) with it or knowledgeable about it. 'Ignorant' (جاہل) is the antonym.
1697
Controvert
Answer:
Contradict
To controvert (تردید کرنا) means to deny the truth of something or to 'contradict' (مخالفت کرنا) it. It is the root of 'controversy'.
1698
Contretemps
Answer:
Embarrassing mishap
A contretemps (ناخوشگوار واقعہ) is a minor or 'embarrassing mishap' (شرمناک غلطی) or dispute; an inopportune or awkward occurrence.
1699
Contrary
Answer:
Opposite
Contrary (برعکس) means 'opposite' (مخالف) in nature, direction, or meaning. 'Similar' (ملتا جلتا) is the antonym.
1700
Contradict
Answer:
Deny
To contradict (تردید کرنا) means to 'deny' (انکار کرنا) the truth of a statement, or to assert the opposite of what has been said.