Meaning: Small and arranged neatly; closely packed together
Hindi: सुगठित, संक्षिप्त
Synonyms: dense, condensed, small, tight, snug
Antonyms: bulky, sprawling, loose
Asked in: SSC CGL 2025 T-1 · SSC GD 2022 T-1 · SSC Selection Post Ph-9 2021 ML
compact in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC CGL 2025 T-1 Homonyms & Homophones
Select the sentence containing the homonym of the highlighted word:
She placed a compact mirror in her purse.Answer & explanation
Answer: C) They signed a compact to maintain peace.
In the given sentence, ‘compact’ means small / tightly packed (adjective).
A homonym uses the same word form with a different meaning.
In option 3, ‘compact’ means an agreement / pact (noun) – different meaning, same spelling.
Other options use ‘compact’ with the same ‘small/tight’ sense or as verb.
Examples
- “She bought a compact car for city driving.”
compact – questions
What is the meaning of compact in Hindi?
compact means “सुगठित, संक्षिप्त” in Hindi. In English: Small and arranged neatly; closely packed together
What are the synonyms of compact?
Synonyms of compact: dense, condensed, small, tight, snug.
What is the opposite of compact?
Antonyms of compact: bulky, sprawling, loose.
Has compact been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – compact has been asked 3 times in SSC exams: SSC CGL 2025 T-1, SSC GD 2022 T-1, SSC Selection Post Ph-9 2021 ML.