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
951
Seize
Answer:
Confiscate
To seize (قبضہ کرنا) means to take hold of suddenly and forcibly, or to 'confiscate' (ضبط کرنا) something by authority. 'Discard' (پھینک دینا) means to throw away.
952
Segment
Answer:
Portion
A segment (حصہ) is a 'portion' (ٹکڑا) or part into which something is divided. 'Piece of pottery' (مٹی کا ٹکڑا) is 'potsherd'.
953
Seethe
Answer:
Be extremely upset
To seethe (غصے سے کھولنا) means (of a liquid) to boil, or (of a person) 'to be extremely upset' (شدید غصے میں ہونا) or angry, often inwardly.
954
Sedentary
Answer:
Inactive
Sedentary (بیٹھے رہنے والا) means (of a person) tending to spend much time seated, or (of work) characterized by much sitting. 'Inactive' (غیر فعال) is the best synonym.
955
Sedate
Answer:
Calm
Sedate (پرسکون) means 'calm' (پُرامن), dignified, and unhurried. As a verb, it means to give someone a calming drug.
956
Secular
Answer:
Having nothing to do with religion
Secular (غیر مذہبی) means 'having nothing to do with religion' (جس کا مذہب سے کوئی تعلق نہ ہو); not spiritual or sacred.
957
Scrupulous
Answer:
Conscientious
Scrupulous (باضمیر) means diligent, thorough, and extremely attentive to details. 'Conscientious' (فرض شناس) is a direct synonym. 'Reckless' (لاپرواہ) is an antonym.
958
Scrimp
Answer:
Frugal
To scrimp (کفایت شعاری کرنا) means to be 'frugal' (کفایت شعار) or economical to an extreme degree; to use very little money. 'Lavish' (فضول خرچ) is the antonym.
959
Scrabble
Answer:
Mix in a confused way
To scrabble (ٹٹولنا) means to scratch or grope around hurriedly, or 'to mix in a confused way' (گڈمڈ کرنا). It is also a popular board game.
960
Scourge
Answer:
Whip
A scourge (کوڑا) is a 'whip' (چابک) used as an instrument of punishment. Metaphorically, it is a person or thing that causes great suffering.