Bulwark
Option A
A bulwark (محافظ) is a defensive wall, or a person, institution, or principle that acts as a 'protector' (بچانے والا) against danger or harm.
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A bulwark (محافظ) is a defensive wall, or a person, institution, or principle that acts as a 'protector' (بچانے والا) against danger or harm.
Brusque (روکھا) means abrupt or offhand in speech or manner. This behavior is considered rude or 'discourteous' (بد اخلاق). 'Polite' (شائستہ) is the antonym.
To browse (سرسری طور پر دیکھنا) means to look through or 'examine leisurely' (آرام سے معائنہ کرنا), often casually, like browsing books in a store or web pages online.
To broach (شروع کرنا) a subject means to raise it for discussion, to 'open' (کھولنا) up a conversation about it, especially if it's sensitive.
Brittle (نازک) means hard but liable to break easily. 'Fragile' (آسانی سے ٹوٹنے والا) is the best synonym. 'Flexible' (لچکدار) and 'Sturdy' (مضبوط) are antonyms.
As a verb, to bridle (لگام دینا) means to 'restrain' (قابو پانا) or control. It can also mean to show resentment. 'Free' (آزاد) is an antonym.
Brevity (اختصار) is the quality of being brief and to the point. 'Conciseness' (جامعیت) is the direct synonym for this.
Brazen (بے شرم) describes behavior that is bold and without shame. 'Shameless' (بے حیا) is a direct synonym. 'Modest' (شائستہ) is an antonym.
To brandish (لہرانا) means to wave or flourish something, especially a weapon, in a threatening or showy way. This is a form of 'display' (نمائش کرنا).
To brace (مضبوط کرنا) means to prepare oneself for something difficult or unpleasant, or to 'strengthen' (طاقت دینا) and support something to make it more secure.