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
1801
Cadge
Answer:
Beg
To cadge (مانگنا) means to ask for or obtain something (like money or food) to which one is not strictly entitled. It is a form of 'begging' (بھیک مانگنا).
1802
Cacophony
Answer:
Discord
Cacophony (شور و غل) is a harsh, jarring mixture of sounds. 'Discord' (نا اتفاقی) or a lack of harmony in sound is the best synonym.
1803
Cachet
Answer:
Prestige
Cachet (شان) refers to a special mark or feature that indicates high status or 'prestige' (وقار). It is different from 'cache' (خفیہ جگہ).
1804
Cache
Answer:
Hiding place
A cache (خفیہ جگہ) is a collection of items stored in a 'hiding place' (چھپنے کی جگہ), especially one that is secret or inaccessible.
1805
Buxom
Answer:
Plump
Buxom (فربہ) is an adjective typically used to describe a woman who is 'plump' (گول مٹول) and large-chested in an attractive way.
1806
Burly
Answer:
Husky
Burly (ہٹا کٹا) describes a person who is large, strong, and heavily built. 'Husky' (مضبوط) is a good synonym, also implying a strong, heavy build.
1807
Burgeon
Answer:
Flourish
To burgeon (تیزی سے بڑھنا) means to begin to grow or increase rapidly. 'Flourish' (پھلنا پھولنا) is a direct synonym.
1808
Buoyancy
Answer:
Cheerfulness
Buoyancy (خوش دلی) can mean the ability to float, but it also refers to an optimistic and cheerful disposition. 'Cheerfulness' (خوشی) is a direct synonym in this context. 'Sadness' (اداس) is an antonym.
1809
Bulwark
Answer:
Protector
A bulwark (محافظ) is a defensive wall, or a person, institution, or principle that acts as a 'protector' (بچانے والا) against danger or harm.
1810
Brusque
Answer:
Discourteous
Brusque (روکھا) means abrupt or offhand in speech or manner. This behavior is considered rude or 'discourteous' (بد اخلاق). 'Polite' (شائستہ) is the antonym.