catastrophe meaning in Hindi

catastrophe in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC CGL 2024 T-1 Antonyms

   Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
   Catastrophe

   ADisasterBNurtureCSuccessDImmaculate
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) Success

   Correct answer: Success
   Explanation: "Catastrophe" refers to a large-scale disaster or tragedy, so the opposite would be "Success," which signifies a positive or favorable outcome.
   Other options:
   • Disaster - Similar in meaning to "catastrophe,"
   • Nurture - Not a direct antonym, though it involves care and fostering.
   • Immaculate - Refers to something flawless or clean.

2. SSC CPO 2022 T-2 One Word Substitution

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
   An incidence causing damage or suffering

   ACatastropheBApostropheCPhilanthropyDCommencement
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) Catastrophe

   Answer: 1 (Catastrophe)
   Explanation:
   • Catastrophe – ✅ A sudden event causing great damage or suffering; correct one-word substitute.
   • Apostrophe – A punctuation mark (') or a figure of speech; unrelated.
   • Philanthropy – The desire to promote the welfare of others, especially through generous donations; opposite in meaning.
   • Commencement – The beginning or start of something; unrelated to damage or suffering.
   Hence, the correct one-word substitution for "an incident causing damage or suffering" is "Catastrophe."

3. SSC CHSL 2023 T-2 One Word Substitution

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
   A sudden violent event that brings about great loss or destruction
   (SSC CHSL 2023 T-2 (10 Jan))

   ABlockbusterBFarceCIntrigueDCatastrophe
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: D) Catastrophe

   The option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words is Catastrophe.
   • Blockbuster: This term originally referred to a very successful and popular movie, play, or book. It does not convey the idea of a sudden violent event causing great loss or destruction.
   • Farce: A farce is a type of comedy that exaggerates and relies on improbable situations for humor. It is not related to a sudden violent event causing great loss or destruction.
   • Intrigue: Intrigue typically refers to the secret plotting or scheming to achieve a specific purpose. It does not capture the sense of a sudden violent event and its consequences.
   • Catastrophe: This is the correct option. A catas

4. Delhi Police HCM 2025-26 One Word Substitution

   Choose the best one-word substitute for:
   A sudden widespread disaster

   AFloodsBCatastropheCEarthquakeDFamine
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: B) Catastrophe

   "Catastrophe" means a sudden, large-scale and widespread disaster causing great damage or suffering. "Floods", "Earthquake" and "Famine" are specific types of disasters, not the general term for a sudden widespread disaster. Hence the correct answer is Catastrophe.

Examples

• “The earthquake was a catastrophe for the small town.”

catastrophe – questions

What is the meaning of catastrophe in Hindi?

catastrophe means “विपत्ति, प्रलय” in Hindi. In English: A sudden, widespread disaster or terrible misfortune.

What are the synonyms of catastrophe?

Synonyms of catastrophe: disaster, calamity, tragedy, cataclysm.

What is the opposite of catastrophe?

Antonyms of catastrophe: blessing, triumph.

Has catastrophe been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – catastrophe has been asked 6 times in SSC exams: Delhi Police HCM 2025-26, SSC CGL 2024 T-1, SSC CHSL 2023 T-2, SSC CPO 2022 T-2, SSC GD 2021 T-1, SSC CPO 2020 T-1.

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