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
901
Subside
Answer:
To become less agitated
To subside (کم ہونا) means to become less intense, violent, or severe; 'to become less agitated' (کم پریشان ہونا).
902
Subjugate
Answer:
Conquer
To subjugate (غلام بنانا) means to bring under domination or control, especially 'to conquer' (فتح کرنا) a people. 'Free' (آزاد کرنا) is the antonym.
903
Stringent
Answer:
Severe
Stringent (سخت) (of regulations or conditions) means strict, precise, and 'severe' (شدید). 'Soft' (نرم) or 'lax' is an antonym.
904
Stricture
Answer:
Severe criticism
A stricture (سخت تنقید) is a 'severe criticism' (شدید مذمت) or censure. It also means a restriction on a person or activity.
905
Stratagem
Answer:
Scheme to deceive
A stratagem (جنگی چال) is a plan or 'scheme to deceive' (دھوکہ دینے کا منصوبہ) an enemy or achieve a goal.
906
Straits
Answer:
Difficulty
Straits (مشکلات) (plural) refers to a situation of 'difficulty' (پریشانی) or distress, especially financial (e.g., 'in dire straits').
907
Straddle
Answer:
Have one leg on either side of
To straddle (ٹانگیں پھیلا کر بیٹھنا) means to sit or stand with 'one leg on either side of' (دونوں طرف ایک ایک ٹانگ رکھنا) something, like straddling a horse.
908
Stoop
Answer:
To bow
To stoop (جھکنا) means to bend one's head or body forward and downward; 'to bow' (سر جھکانا) or bend.
909
Stipulate
Answer:
Specify
To stipulate (شرط لگانا) means to demand or 'specify' (واضح کرنا) a requirement as part of an agreement.
910
Stimulate
Answer:
Instigate
To stimulate (متحرک کرنا) means to encourage or arouse interest or activity. 'Instigate' (اکسانا) means to bring about or initiate, which is a strong synonym for stimulating action. 'Dissuade' (باز رکھنا) is an antonym.