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
1961
Acquaintance
Answer:
Familiarity
An acquaintance (واقفیت) is a person one knows slightly, or it can mean knowledge or 'familiarity' (واقفیت) with someone or something. 'Ignorance' (لاعلمی) is an antonym.
1962
Acidulous
Answer:
Slightly sour
Acidulous (ہلکا کھٹا) means sharp-tasting or sour. It is a milder version of 'acidic'. 'Slightly sour' (ہلکا سا کھٹا) is the precise meaning.
1963
Acerbic
Answer:
Bitter
Acerbic (تلخ) literally means sharp and forthright, or tasting sour. When describing a tone or comment, it means 'bitter' (تلخ) or sharp.
1964
Accumulate
Answer:
To pile
To accumulate (جمع کرنا) means to gather together or acquire an increasing number or quantity of something. 'To pile' (ڈھیر لگانا) up suggests this gathering process. 'To collect' is also similar, but 'pile' implies accumulation over time.
1965
Accrue
Answer:
Come about by addition
To accrue (جمع ہونا) means to accumulate or be received in increasing amounts over time (like interest on money). It 'comes about by addition' (اضافے سے حاصل ہونا).
1966
Accomplice
Answer:
Companion in crime
An accomplice (شریک جرم) is a person who helps another commit a crime. 'Companion in crime' (جرم میں ساتھی) is the exact definition.
1967
Accolade
Answer:
Honour
An accolade (اعزاز) is an award or privilege granted as a special honour or as an acknowledgement of merit. 'Honour' (اعزاز) is the best synonym.
1968
Acclimation
Answer:
Adaptation
Acclimation (موافقت) is the process or result of becoming accustomed to a new climate or new conditions. 'Adaptation' (موافقت) to a new environment is the core meaning.
1969
Acclamation
Answer:
Enthusiastic approval
Acclamation (تحسین) is loud and enthusiastic approval, typically expressed by cheering or applause. 'Enthusiastic approval' (پرجوش منظوری) is the definition.
1970
Access
Answer:
Means of entering
Access (رسائی) refers to the means or opportunity to approach or enter a place. 'Means of entering' (داخل ہونے کا ذریعہ) is a precise definition.