eccentric meaning in Hindi

eccentric in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 Antonyms

   Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the bracketed word in the following sentence to fill in the blank.
   Lewis was aggressive, ________ (normal), moody, and brilliantly clever.
   (SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 (09-July Shift 2))

   AselfishBfeebleCeccentricDdogmatic
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) eccentric

   Correct Answer: (C) Eccentric
   Explanation:
   The given word is normal (adjective) – meaning usual, typical, or expected in behavior or character.
   We are looking for its antonym, a word that means not normal or unusual.
   Selfish – concerned only with one’s own benefit; not related to being normal.
   Feeble – physically weak; unrelated to the concept of normal behavior.
   Eccentric – unconventional and slightly strange; opposite of normal. ✅
   Dogmatic – insisting on principles as undeniably true, often without evidence; not directly the opposite of normal.
   Hence, the most appropriate antonym of normal is eccentric.

2. SSC MTS 2024 Synonyms

   Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word in the given sentence.
   James is just an old eccentric.

   AHumbleBCrankyCFollowerDOrdinary
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: B) Cranky

   Correct Answer: Cranky
   Explanation:
   The word eccentric means a person who behaves in a strange or unusual way (अजीब या सनकी व्यक्ति).
   The closest synonym is cranky, which means odd, unpredictable, or quirky in behaviour (सनकी / अजीब स्वभाव वाला).
   humble – modest and respectful (विनम्र)
   follower – someone who follows another (अनुयायी)
   ordinary – common, not unusual (साधारण)
   Only cranky matches the meaning of eccentric.

3. SSC MTS 2025 One Word Substitution

   Choose the most suitable one-word substitution for the following.
   A person who behaves in an unconventional manner.

   AReticentBEgotistCSticklerDEccentric
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: D) Eccentric

   The correct answer is Option 4: Eccentric.
   An "eccentric" person is one who behaves in an unconventional or strange manner that deviates from accepted norms.
   Why the other options are wrong:
   - Reticent (Option 1): Means not revealing one's thoughts or feelings readily; reserved. Not about unconventional behavior.
   - Egotist (Option 2): A person who is excessively self-centred and boastful. Not about unconventional behavior.
   - Stickler (Option 3): A person who insists on rigid adherence to rules or standards — actually the opposite of unconventional.

4. SSC CGL 2022 T-1 Synonyms

   Select the most appropriate synonym for the underlined word in the given sentence.
   You also worked with another eccentric genius.

   AMiddleBelusiveCecologicalDPeculiar
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: D) Peculiar

   Answer: Peculiar
   Explanation: In this sentence, eccentric means odd or unconventional (विचित्र). Peculiar is the most fitting synonym, as it also denotes something strange (विचित्र) and captures the idea of a genius with unique traits. The other options—middle, elusive, ecological—do not convey this sense of oddity or unconventionality.

Examples

• “The eccentric scientist worked alone at night.”

eccentric – questions

What is the meaning of eccentric in Hindi?

eccentric means “सनकी” in Hindi. In English: Unconventional or slightly strange in behavior

What are the synonyms of eccentric?

Synonyms of eccentric: unconventional, odd, quirky, peculiar.

What is the opposite of eccentric?

Antonyms of eccentric: normal, conventional.

Has eccentric been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – eccentric has been asked 7 times in SSC exams: SSC MTS 2025, SSC CHSL 2024 T-1, SSC MTS 2024, SSC CGL 2022 T-1, SSC CHSL 2022 T-1, SSC Delhi Police HCM 2022, SSC CHSL 2021 T-1.

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