Meaning: Far away in space or time; also emotionally detached
Hindi: दूरस्थ, दूर का
Synonyms: far-off, remote, faraway, aloof
Antonyms: near, close
Asked in: SSC CHSL 2025 T-1 · SSC CGL 2022 T-1 · SSC MTS 2020
distant in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC CHSL 2025 T-1 Antonyms
Select the most appropriate antonym of the word: Intimate
Answer & explanation
Answer: A) Distant
"Intimate" means closely acquainted; familiar; very personal; having a close and warm personal relationship. Its antonym is "Distant" — not close in relationship; remote; not familiar or friendly. "Familiar" and "Personal" are synonyms of intimate, not antonyms. "Formal" indicates a lack of warmth but is not the direct opposite of intimate. "Distant" best captures the idea of being far in emotional or relational terms — the opposite of intimate.
- SSC CGL 2022 T-1 Synonyms
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
DistantAnswer & explanation
Answer: A) Faraway
Answer: Faraway
Explanation:
The word distant means far in space or time; far off or remote (दूर).
• Faraway is the closest synonym as it also means located at a great distance (बहुत दूर).
Let’s check other options:
• Forward – ahead in direction or time (आगे) ❌
• Futuristic – related to the future, not physical distance (भविष्यगत) ❌
• Farsighted – having good foresight or planning ability (दूरदर्शी) ❌
Only faraway correctly captures the meaning of distant.
Examples
- “They live in a distant village far from the city.”
distant – questions
What is the meaning of distant in Hindi?
distant means “दूरस्थ, दूर का” in Hindi. In English: Far away in space or time; also emotionally detached
What are the synonyms of distant?
Synonyms of distant: far-off, remote, faraway, aloof.
What is the opposite of distant?
Antonyms of distant: near, close.
Has distant been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – distant has been asked 3 times in SSC exams: SSC CHSL 2025 T-1, SSC CGL 2022 T-1, SSC MTS 2020.