An apologist (دفاع کرنے والا) is a person who offers a formal argument in defense of a controversial belief, theory, or idea. They 'defend an idea' (ایک نظریے کا دفاع کرتا ہے).

As a verb, to 'ape' (نقل کرنا) someone is to imitate or 'mimic' (نقل اتارنا) their behavior or speech, often in a clumsy or ridiculous way.

Apathy (بے حسی) is a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern. 'Indifference' (لاپرواہی) is the most direct synonym. 'Concern' (فکر) is an antonym.

To be anxious (فکرمند) means to be worried and nervous. 'Concerned' (پریشان) is the best synonym, as it reflects this state of worry.

Anxiety (بے چینی) is a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease. 'Apprehension' (خدشہ) is a very close synonym, meaning anxiety or fear that something bad will happen.

The antithesis (تضاد) of something is the person or thing that is the direct 'opposite' (الٹ) of it. 'Agreement' (اتفاق) and 'Resemblance' (مماثلت) are antonyms.

Antiquity (قدیم زمانہ) refers to the 'ancient past' (قدیم دور), especially the period of classical and other human civilizations before the Middle Ages.

Antipathy (نفرت) is a deep-seated feeling of aversion or strong dislike. It is a stronger emotion than simple 'disliking' and is synonymous with 'hostility' (دشمنی).

An anti-oxidant (اینٹی آکسیڈینٹ) is a substance that inhibits oxidation. In food, this action prevents spoilage, so it functions as a 'preservative' (محفوظ کرنے والا).

To annoy (ناراض کرنا) someone means to irritate them slightly, or to 'make' them a little 'angry' (کسی کو غصہ دلانا).