courteous meaning in Hindi

courteous in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC CPO 2024 T-1 Antonyms

   Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word in the given sentence.
   Her sarcastic comment earned a few chuckles from the audience, who understood the irony in her words.

   AUnsavouryBSardonicCCourteousDHumorous
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) Courteous

   The most appropriate antonym of the underlined word "sarcastic" in this context is:
   Courteous
   "Sarcastic" refers to using irony or mockery in a way that can be cutting or mean-spirited, while "courteous" refers to being polite and respectful, which is the opposite of sarcasm.
   The other options don't fit as antonyms:
   • Unsavoury means unpleasant or disagreeable, which is not the opposite of sarcastic.
   • Sardonic is similar in meaning to sarcastic, so it's not an antonym.
   • Humorous is related to sarcasm but doesn't directly oppose it.

2. SSC Selection Post Ph-14 2026 (Graduate Level) Antonyms

   Choose the word that is opposite in meaning to the given word "Courteous".

   AInsolentBArrogantCAshamedDIgnorant
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) Insolent

   Meaning: courteous = polite and respectful in manner *(विनम्र, शिष्ट)*.
   insolent = rudely disrespectful *(उद्दंड, अशिष्ट, धृष्ट)* — the direct opposite of polite behaviour.
   
   Why the others are wrong.
   #B Arrogant = having too high an opinion of oneself *(घमंडी, अहंकारी)* — the opposite of *humble*; an arrogant person can still be formally polite.
   #B Ashamed = feeling guilt or embarrassment *(शर्मिंदा, लज्जित)* — a feeling, not a manner towards others.
   #B Ignorant = lacking knowledge *(अज्ञानी, अनजान)* — about knowledge, not manners.
   
   Answer: Insolent
   
   *Courteous ↔ insolent / rude / discourteous; humble ↔ arrogant.*

Examples

• “The staff were very courteous to the guests.”

courteous – questions

What is the meaning of courteous in Hindi?

courteous means “शिष्ट / विनम्र” in Hindi. In English: Polite and showing good manners

What are the synonyms of courteous?

Synonyms of courteous: polite, well-mannered, civil.

What is the opposite of courteous?

Antonyms of courteous: rude, impolite.

Has courteous been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – courteous has been asked 3 times in SSC exams: SSC Selection Post Ph-14 2026 (Graduate Level), SSC CPO 2024 T-1, SSC Steno 2020 T-1.

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