Asked in: SSC Selection Post Ph-14 2026 (Higher Secondary Level) · SSC Steno 2022 T-1
courage in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC Selection Post Ph-14 2026 (Higher Secondary Level) Antonyms
Choose the most appropriate antonym of the given word.
COURAGEAnswer & explanation
Answer: A) Fear
Meaning: courage = the ability to face danger or pain without fear *(साहस, हिम्मत)*.
Its opposite is fear = an unpleasant feeling caused by danger or threat *(डर, भय)*.
Why the others are wrong.
#B Bravery = courageous behaviour *(वीरता)* — a synonym, not an antonym.
#B Boldness = willingness to take risks *(निडरता, साहसिकता)* — again a synonym.
#B Strength = physical or mental power *(शक्ति, बल)* — related, but its opposite is *weakness*, not courage.
Answer: Fear
*Three options mean courage — the odd one out is the antonym.* - SSC Steno 2022 T-1 Synonyms
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
CourageAnswer & explanation
Answer: A) Valour
Answer: Valour
Explanation:
• Courage means the ability to face danger or difficulty bravely (साहस).
• ✅ Valour is a direct synonym meaning great courage, especially in battle or difficult situations.
Other options:
• Cowardice – lack of courage (कायरता) ❌ (antonym)
• Timidity – shyness or lack of confidence (संकोच) ❌ (antonym)
• Ingenuity – creativity or cleverness (चतुराई) ❌
So, Valour is the most appropriate synonym of Courage.
courage – questions
Has courage been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – courage has been asked 2 times in SSC exams: SSC Selection Post Ph-14 2026 (Higher Secondary Level), SSC Steno 2022 T-1.