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
1821
Bonafide
Answer:
In good faith
Bona fide (مستند) is a Latin phrase that literally means 'in good faith' (نیک نیتی سے). It signifies genuineness, sincerity, and authenticity.
1822
Bombastic
Answer:
Pompous
Bombastic (پرتکلف) describes language that is high-sounding and 'pompous' (شان و شوکت والا) but has little meaning and is used to impress.
1823
Bolster
Answer:
Support
To bolster (سہارا دینا) something means to 'support' (حمایت کرنا) or 'strengthen' (مضبوط کرنا) it, often by adding to it. 'Support' is the most direct meaning.
1824
Boisterous
Answer:
Noisy
Boisterous (پرشور) means 'noisy' (شور مچانے والا), energetic, cheerful, and rowdy.
1825
Blustering
Answer:
Noisily aggressive
Blustering (دھمکیاں دینا) describes talk that is loud, 'noisily aggressive' (شور مچاتے ہوئے جارحانہ), and arrogant, but often with little real effect.
1826
Bluff
Answer:
Deceive
Bluff has two meanings. As a noun, it's a steep 'cliff' (چٹان). As a verb, it means to 'deceive' (فریب دینا) by pretending to have a stronger position (like in poker). Given the options, 'Deceive' is the intended answer for the verb form.
1827
Blithe
Answer:
Gay
Blithe (خوش دل) means cheerful, lighthearted, or heedless. 'Gay' (خوش), in its traditional sense, means happy and cheerful, making it a close synonym.
1828
Bliss
Answer:
Pleasure
Bliss (پرمسرت) is a state of perfect happiness or great 'pleasure' (خوشی). 'Pain' (درد) is the antonym.
1829
Blemish
Answer:
Defect
A blemish (داغ) is a small mark or flaw that spoils the appearance of something. It is a 'defect' (نقص) or imperfection.
1830
Bleary
Answer:
Blurred
Bleary (دھندلا) means 'blurred' (غیر واضح) or unfocused, typically used to describe eyes that are watery or tired.