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
441
COGNIZANT
Answer:
Conscious
Cognizant (آگاہ) means having knowledge or being aware of something.
Conscious (باخبر) matches the meaning of "cognizant."
Oblivious (غافل) means not aware of or not concerned about what is happening around one.
Unaware (بے خبر) means having no knowledge of a situation or fact.
Ignorant (نادان) means lacking knowledge or awareness in general.
442
OBFUSCATE
Answer:
Confuse
Obfuscate (مبہم کرنا) means to deliberately make something unclear or difficult to understand.
Confuse (پریشان کرنا) matches the meaning of "obfuscate."
Clarify (صاف کرنا) means to make a statement or situation less confused and more comprehensible.
Enlighten (روشنی ڈالنا) means to give someone greater knowledge and understanding about a subject or situation.
Simplify (آسان کرنا) means to make something simpler or easier to do or understand.
443
ALLEVIATE
Answer:
Mitigate
Alleviate (ہلکا کرنا) means to make a problem, suffering, or pain less severe.
Mitigate (کم کرنا) matches the meaning of "alleviate."
Intensify (شدت دینا) means to make something stronger or more extreme.
Exacerbate (بدتر کرنا) means to make a problem worse.
Aggravate (خفا کرنا) means to make a situation or condition worse or more serious.
444
INGRATIATE
Answer:
Flatter
Ingratiate (اپنے آپ کو پسند کرانا) means to bring oneself into favor with someone by flattering or trying to please them.
Flatter (چاپلوسی کرنا) matches the meaning of "ingratiate."
Alienate (دور کرنا) means to cause someone to feel isolated or estranged.
Displease (ناخوش کرنا) means to make someone feel unhappy or unsatisfied.
Offend (رنجیدہ کرنا) means to cause someone to feel upset or annoyed.
445
REITERATE
Answer:
Repeat
Reiterate (دہرائی کرنا) means to say something again or a number of times, typically for emphasis or clarity.
Repeat (دہرائی کرنا) matches the meaning of "reiterate."
Conceal (چھپانا) means to keep from sight; hide.
Amplify (بڑھانا) means to make something larger or more powerful.
Suppress (دبانا) means to put an end to the activities of a person or group.
446
WHITTLE
Answer:
Decrease
Whittle (گھٹانا) means to reduce something in size, amount, or extent by gradual degrees.
Decrease (کم کرنا) matches the meaning of "whittle."
Conceal (چھپانا) means to keep from sight; hide.
Renounce (ترک کرنا) means to formally declare one's abandonment of a claim, right, or possession.
Avoid (بچنا) means to keep away from or stop oneself from doing something.
447
ADJUNCT
Answer:
Addition
Adjunct (معاون) means a thing added to something else as a supplementary rather than an essential part.
Decree (حکم) means an official order issued by a legal authority.
Oath (قسم) means a solemn promise, often invoking a divine witness.
Adaptation (مطابقت) means the action or process of adapting or being adapted.
Addition (اضافہ) matches the meaning of "adjunct."
448
COMPETENCE
Answer:
Ability
Competence (قابلیت) means the ability to do something successfully or efficiently.
Ability (قابلیت) matches the meaning of "competence."
Competition (مقابلہ) means the activity or condition of striving to gain or win something by defeating others.
Compensation (معاوضہ) means something, typically money, awarded to someone in recognition of loss, suffering, or injury.
Efficiency (کارکردگی) means achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.
449
PREDILECTION
Answer:
Preference
Predilection (رجحان) means a preference or special liking for something.
Hesitation (ہچکچاہٹ) means the action of pausing or hesitating before saying or doing something.
Repulsion (نفرت) means a feeling of intense distaste or disgust.
Preference (ترجیح) matches the meaning of "predilection."
Hastiness (جلدی) means excessive speed or urgency of movement or action.
450
MOOT
Answer:
Controversial
Moot (متنازعہ) means subject to debate, dispute, or uncertainty.
Obsequious (خوشامدی) means obedient or attentive to an excessive degree.
Controversial (متنازعہ) matches the meaning of "moot."
Invisible (غیر مرئی) means unable to be seen.
Unexpected (غیر متوقع) means not expected or regarded as likely to happen.