An aspiration (آرزو) is a strong hope or 'ambition' (خواہش) of achieving a particular goal.

To cast 'aspersions' (تہمت) on someone is to make a damaging or derogatory remark about their reputation. This is a form of 'slander' (بہتان).

Asperity (سختی) refers to harshness of tone or manner. It can also literally mean the 'roughness' (ناہمواری) or unevenness of a surface.

Asinine (احمقانہ) means extremely stupid or foolish. 'Unintelligent' (غیر ذہین) is the most accurate description.

An ascent (چڑھائی) is the 'act of rising' (بلند ہونے کا عمل) or climbing up. 'Assent' (رضامندی), which sounds similar, means 'Consent' (رضامندی).

To be articulate (واضح گو) means to be able to express ideas and feelings fluently and 'coherently' (مربوط). It implies clarity and good communication skills.

Artful (مکار) means clever or skillful, especially in a cunning or deceitful way. 'Crafty' (چالاک) is the best synonym. 'Naive' (سادہ لوح) is an antonym.

An aroma (خوشبو) is a distinctive and typically 'pleasant fragrance' (خوشگوار مہک) or smell, especially from food, wine, or spices.

Arduous (مشکل) describes something that is difficult and tiring, requiring a lot of effort. 'Strenuous' (محنت طلب) is a direct synonym. 'Simple' (آسان) is the antonym.

Arcane (پراسرار) means understood by few; secret or 'mysterious' (پوشیدہ). It implies knowledge that is obscure and not widely known.