cacophony meaning in Hindi

cacophony in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC CPO 2024 T-1 One Word Substitution

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
   An unpleasant mixture of loud sounds.

   AHegemonyBHarmonyCIronyDCacophony
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: D) Cacophony

   The correct one-word substitute for "An unpleasant mixture of loud sounds" is:
   Cacophony

2. SSC CGL 2025 T-1 Antonyms

   Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word: Cacophony

   ANoiseBHarmonyCDissonanceDClamor
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: B) Harmony

   'Cacophony' means a harsh, discordant mixture of sounds.
   Its antonym is 'Harmony' (pleasant, sweet sound).
   Noise, Dissonance and Clamor are synonyms of cacophony, not antonyms.

3. SSC Steno 2026 T-1 Synonyms

   What is the synonym of "Cacophony"?

   AHarmonyBSilenceCNoiseDQuiet
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) Noise

   Meaning: cacophony = a harsh, discordant mixture of sounds *(कर्कश ध्वनि, शोरगुल)*.
   noise = loud, unpleasant sound *(शोर)* — the nearest match.
   Why the others are wrong.
   • harmony = a pleasing combination of sounds *(सामंजस्य, सुर-संगति)* — the antonym; the word for it is *euphony*.
   • silence = complete absence of sound *(मौन, सन्नाटा)* — the opposite.
   • quiet = calm, with little or no noise *(शांति, चुप्पी)* — also the opposite.
   *Greek caco- = bad (cacography = bad handwriting); eu- = good (euphony = pleasant sound).*

4. SSC CGL 2022 T-1 Antonyms

   Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
   Cacophony

   AColophonyBSymphonyCPolyphonyDAntiphony
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: B) Symphony

   Answer: Symphony
   Explanation:
   Cacophony means a harsh, jarring mixture of sounds (कर्कश आवाज़). Its opposite is symphony, which refers to a harmonious, pleasant combination of sounds (संगीत का मधुर मेल).
   Other options:
   • Colophony – a resin used in string instruments (not related in meaning)
   • Polyphony – multiple simultaneous sounds (can be pleasant or harsh)
   • Antiphony – call-and-response style in music (not opposite of cacophony)
   So, symphony is the most accurate antonym.

5. SSC CGL 2020 T-1 One Word Substitution

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
   An incongruous or chaotic mixture

   ADiscordBCacophonyCMelodyDHarmony
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: B) Cacophony

   Answer: Cacophony
   Solution:
   • "Cacophony" refers to a harsh, jarring, or chaotic mixture of sounds, and by extension, can describe any noisy or confusing mixture, making it the best one-word substitute here.
   • It fits the idea of incongruity and chaos in the mixture.
   Why the other options are incorrect:
   • Discord – means disagreement or conflict, especially between people; not necessarily a mixture.
   • Melody – a pleasant musical tune; opposite in meaning.
   • Harmony – agreement or pleasant combination of elements; also opposite in meaning.

Examples

• “The market was full of the cacophony of vendors shouting.”

cacophony – questions

What is the meaning of cacophony in Hindi?

cacophony means “कर्कश ध्वनि, शोरगुल” in Hindi. In English: A harsh, discordant mixture of sounds.

What are the synonyms of cacophony?

Synonyms of cacophony: dissonance, din, noise, racket.

What is the opposite of cacophony?

Antonyms of cacophony: harmony, melody.

Has cacophony been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – cacophony has been asked 6 times in SSC exams: SSC Steno 2026 T-1, SSC CGL 2025 T-1, SSC CPO 2024 T-1, SSC MTS 2024, SSC CGL 2022 T-1, SSC CGL 2020 T-1.

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