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eloquent meaning in Hindi

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eloquent adjective

Meaning: Fluent and persuasive in speaking or writing

Hindi: वाकपटु

Synonyms: articulate, fluent, persuasive, expressive

Antonyms: inarticulate, tongue-tied, halting

Asked in: SSC Selection Post Ph-13 2025 · SSC MTS 2024 · SSC CGL 2023 T-1 · SSC GD 2021 T-1

eloquent in SSC previous-year questions

  1. SSC MTS 2024 Synonyms

    Select the most appropriate synonym of the highlighted word.
    His eloquent speech moved the audience to tears.

    Answer & explanation

    Answer: C) Expressive

    Answer: Expressive
    Explanation:
    The word "eloquent" means fluent, persuasive, and emotionally powerful in speaking or writing – प्रभावशाली और भावपूर्ण ढंग से बोलने या लिखने की क्षमता.
    Let’s look at the options:
    • Vernacular – native language or dialect – स्थानीय भाषा → ❌ Unrelated
    • Angry – full of anger – गुस्सैल → ❌ Opposite in tone
    • Expressive – showing thoughts or feelings clearly and effectively – भावपूर्ण → ✅ Correct synonym
    • Inarticulate – unable to express clearly – अस्पष्ट बोलने वाला → ❌ Opposite meaning
    So, the correct synonym of eloquent is expressive – भावपूर्ण.

  2. SSC Selection Post Ph-13 2025 Synonyms

    Pick the synonym of 'Eloquent'.

    Answer & explanation

    Answer: C) Fluent

    'Eloquent' means fluent and persuasive in speaking or writing. 'Fluent' is the closest synonym.
    'Silent' and 'Shy' suggest the opposite (not speaking freely), and 'Scattered' means disorganised .

  3. SSC CGL 2023 T-1 Antonyms

    Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
    Eloquent

    Answer & explanation

    Answer: A) Impotent

    Answer: Impotent
    Solution:
    • The word eloquent means fluent, expressive, and persuasive in speaking or writing (प्रभावशाली वक्ता या लेखक).
    • The best antonym is impotent, which means lacking power or effectiveness (अशक्त, प्रभावहीन) — in this context, lacking the ability to express effectively.
    • Other options:
    • Modest – humble or not boastful (विनम्र) – not the opposite of eloquent
    • Humble – similar to modest (नम्र) – not the right antonym here
    • Crucial – important (महत्वपूर्ण) – unrelated
    • Therefore, the correct antonym of eloquent is impotent.

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eloquent – questions

What is the meaning of eloquent in Hindi?

eloquent means “वाकपटु” in Hindi. In English: Fluent and persuasive in speaking or writing

What are the synonyms of eloquent?

Synonyms of eloquent: articulate, fluent, persuasive, expressive.

What is the opposite of eloquent?

Antonyms of eloquent: inarticulate, tongue-tied, halting.

Has eloquent been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – eloquent has been asked 4 times in SSC exams: SSC Selection Post Ph-13 2025, SSC MTS 2024, SSC CGL 2023 T-1, SSC GD 2021 T-1.

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