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
941
Shimmer
Answer:
To shine with a soft, quivering light
To shimmer (جھلملانا) means 'to shine with a soft, quivering light' (ہلکی کانپتی روشنی سے چمکنا). 'Tremble' (کانپنا) is to shake, but 'shimmer' is about light.
942
Shenanigans
Answer:
Mischievous nonsense
Shenanigans (شرارت) are secret or dishonest activities, or silly, 'mischievous nonsense' (شیطانی بکواس).
943
Sheepish
Answer:
Embarrassed
Sheepish (شرمندہ) means showing 'embarrassment' (شرمندگی) from shame or a lack of self-confidence.
944
Sheath
Answer:
Protective covering
A sheath (میان) is a close-fitting 'protective covering' (حفاظتی غلاف), typically for the 'blade' (دھار) of a knife or sword.
945
Severe
Answer:
Harsh
Severe (سخت) means very great, intense, or 'harsh' (شدید). A severe punishment is a harsh one. 'Vague' (مبہم) is an antonym.
946
Sever
Answer:
Cut off
To sever (کاٹنا) means to divide by cutting or slicing; to 'cut off' (الگ کرنا) a part from a whole. 'Severe' (سخت) is a different word meaning harsh.
947
Serene
Answer:
Calm and peaceful
Serene (پرسکون) means 'calm and peaceful' (پُرامن اور پرسکون), and untroubled. 'Happy' (خوش) is related but not as precise. 'Alluring' (دلکش) means attractive.
948
Sequel
Answer:
Continuation
A sequel (تسلسل) is a book, film, or event that follows or is a 'continuation' (جاری) of an earlier one. 'Sound with a sharp note' (تیز آواز) is 'squeal'.
949
Sententious
Answer:
Pompous and moralizing
Sententious (پندآمیز) means 'pompous and moralizing' (پرتکلف اور اخلاقیات کا درس دینے والا); given to making pompous, moralizing speeches.
950
Sensor
Answer:
Smoke detector
A sensor (حساس آلہ) is a device that detects changes in the environment. A 'smoke detector' (دھوئیں کا پتہ لگانے والا) is a common example of a sensor. 'One who criticizes' (تنقید کرنے والا) is a 'censor'.