gullible meaning in Hindi

gullible in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC Steno 2026 T-1 Antonyms

   Choose the correct antonym of the word :
   GULLIBLE.

   ASkepticalBNaiveCInnocentDTrustful
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) Skeptical

   Meaning: gullible = too ready to believe others, easily cheated *(भोला, आसानी से ठगा जाने वाला)*.
   Its opposite is the mind that refuses to believe without proof.
   Skeptical = inclined to doubt, not easily convinced *(संशयी, संदेहशील)*.
   Why the others are wrong.
   • Naive = lacking experience and judgement *(भोला-भाला, अनुभवहीन)* — a synonym of gullible.
   • Innocent = free from guilt or guile *(निर्दोष, मासूम)* — moral purity, which is a different idea altogether.
   • Trustful = ready to trust people *(विश्वास करने वाला)* — the gullible side once more.
   Word help.
   gullibility = the readiness to be deceived *(भोलापन)*.
   *British English spells it sceptical, American English skeptical — both are accept

2. SSC CGL 2023 T-1 Antonyms

   Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
   Gullible

   ACredulousBSimpleCCynicalDPliant
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) Cynical

   Answer: Cynical
   Solution:
   • The word "gullible" means easily deceived or tricked because of being too trusting – भोला-भाला।
   • The antonym should mean distrusting or skeptical.
   • "Cynical" means believing that people are motivated by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity – अविश्वासी या नकारात्मक सोच वाला।
   Other options:
   • Credulous – overly ready to believe – विश्वासप्रवण (synonym)
   • Simple – easy or uncomplicated – सरल (not opposite)
   • Pliant – easily influenced or flexible – लचीला
   Therefore, the correct antonym of gullible is cynical.

3. SSC Steno 2022 T-1 Synonyms

   Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
   Gullible

   ADrearyBCandidCNaiveDNosy
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) Naive

   Answer: Naive
   Explanation:
   The word "Gullible" means easily fooled or deceived due to a lack of judgment or experience.
   A person who is gullible tends to believe things too quickly without questioning them.
   The synonym that best matches this meaning is "Naive", which refers to someone innocent, inexperienced, or too trusting, and hence easily misled.
   Other options:
   • Dreary – dull, boring, or depressing
   • Candid – honest and straightforward
   • Nosy – overly curious about other people’s affairs
   Correct synonym: Naive ✅

Examples

• “The gullible customer fell for the scam easily.”

gullible – questions

What is the meaning of gullible in Hindi?

gullible means “भोला, आसानी से धोखा खाने वाला” in Hindi. In English: Easily deceived or tricked

What are the synonyms of gullible?

Synonyms of gullible: naive, credulous, trusting, innocent.

What is the opposite of gullible?

Antonyms of gullible: skeptical, shrewd, suspicious.

Has gullible been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – gullible has been asked 4 times in SSC exams: SSC Steno 2026 T-1, SSC CGL 2023 T-1, SSC Steno 2022 T-1, SSC Selection Post Ph-9 2021 HSL.

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