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
1891
Appropriate
Answer:
Confiscate
As a verb, to appropriate (قبضہ کرنا) means to take something for one's own use, typically without permission. 'Confiscate' (ضبط کرنا) means to officially take possession of something, and is the closest synonym.
1892
Apprehension
Answer:
Feeling of anxiety
Apprehension (خدشہ) is a 'feeling of anxiety' (پریشانی کا احساس) or fear that something bad or unpleasant will happen.
1893
Apprehend
Answer:
Catch
To apprehend (گرفتار کرنا) has two main meanings: to understand something, or to 'catch' (پکڑنا) and arrest someone for a crime. Given the options, 'Catch' is the correct synonym.
1894
Applaud
Answer:
Clap
To applaud (تعریف کرنا) means to show approval or praise. The physical action of doing this is to 'clap' (تالی بجانا) one's hands.
1895
Appetite
Answer:
Craving
Appetite (بھوک) is a natural desire to satisfy a bodily need, especially for food. It is a strong desire or 'craving' (شدید خواہش). 'Contentment' (اطمینان) would be the state after the appetite is satisfied.
1896
Appease
Answer:
Mitigate
To appease (راضی کرنا) someone is to pacify or placate them, often by giving in to their demands. This action serves to 'mitigate' (کم کرنا) or lessen their anger. 'Aggravate' (بگاڑ دینا) is the antonym.
1897
Apostle
Answer:
Missionary
An apostle (رسول) is a 'missionary' (مبلغ) or vigorous and pioneering advocate of a particular cause, policy, or idea.
1898
Apology
Answer:
Request
An apology (معافی) is a regretful acknowledgment of an offense or failure. It functions as a 'request' (درخواست) for forgiveness or pardon.
1899
Apologist
Answer:
Defends an idea
An apologist (دفاع کرنے والا) is a person who offers a formal argument in defense of a controversial belief, theory, or idea. They 'defend an idea' (ایک نظریے کا دفاع کرتا ہے).
1900
Ape
Answer:
Mimic
As a verb, to 'ape' (نقل کرنا) someone is to imitate or 'mimic' (نقل اتارنا) their behavior or speech, often in a clumsy or ridiculous way.