Meaning: A deep-seated feeling of dislike or aversion
Hindi: विरोध
Synonyms: aversion, hostility, dislike, animosity
Antonyms: affection, liking, fondness
Asked in: SSC CHSL 2025 T-1 · SSC GD 2021 T-1 · SSC CGL 2020 T-2
antipathy in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC CHSL 2025 T-1 One Word Substitution
Which of the following words refers to a strong and deep hatred of something?
Answer & explanation
Answer: B) Antipathy
"Antipathy" means a deep-seated feeling of dislike or aversion; strong hatred or hostility towards someone or something. Envy = resentment of another's advantages; Empathy = the ability to understand and share another's feelings; Sympathy = feelings of pity or sorrow for someone else. Only "Antipathy" refers to strong, deep hatred.
- SSC CGL 2020 T-2 One Word Substitution
Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
Strong dislike between two personsAnswer & explanation
Answer: B) Antipathy
✅ Correct Answer: Option B (Antipathy)
Type: One-Word Substitution
Strong dislike between two persons = antipathy (गहरी अरुचि/विद्वेष).
Meanings
• Tolerance – acceptance (opposite); Adoration – deep love (opposite); Rivalry – competition.
Examples
- “There is a strong antipathy between the two rival groups.”
antipathy – questions
What is the meaning of antipathy in Hindi?
antipathy means “विरोध” in Hindi. In English: A deep-seated feeling of dislike or aversion
What are the synonyms of antipathy?
Synonyms of antipathy: aversion, hostility, dislike, animosity.
What is the opposite of antipathy?
Antonyms of antipathy: affection, liking, fondness.
Has antipathy been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – antipathy has been asked 4 times in SSC exams: SSC CHSL 2025 T-1, SSC GD 2021 T-1, SSC CGL 2020 T-2.