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haphazard meaning in Hindi

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haphazard adjective

Meaning: Lacking order or planning; done randomly

Hindi: अव्यवस्थित / यादृच्छिक

Synonyms: random, disorganized, unplanned, chaotic

Antonyms: organized, systematic, methodical

Asked in: SSC Steno 2026 T-1 · SSC CGL 2025 T-1 · SSC Selection Post Ph-12 2024 ML · SSC CPO 2023 T-1

haphazard in SSC previous-year questions

  1. SSC Selection Post Ph-12 2024 ML Spelling

    Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.

    Answer & explanation

    Answer: A) Haphaazard

    The incorrectly spelt word is:
    Haphaazard
    Correct spelling:
    Haphazard
    Explanation:
    • "Haphazard" means something done without a plan or in a random, disorganized manner.
    • The other words are spelled correctly:
    • Appropriate
    • Connoisseur
    • Diffusion
    Thus, "Haphaazard" is the incorrect word.

  2. SSC CGL 2025 T-1 Synonyms

    Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word: HAPHAZARD

    Answer & explanation

    Answer: C) Random

    'Haphazard' means lacking any obvious principle of organisation; done without planning.
    'Random' best matches this meaning.
    'Organized', 'Intentional' and 'Planned' are opposite in sense and so are antonyms.

  3. SSC Steno 2026 T-1 Synonyms

    Which word is closest in meaning to haphazard?
    The place was lit up with haphazard lights and smoky lanterns.

    Answer & explanation

    Answer: B) Random

    Meaning: haphazard = lacking any plan, order or direction *(बेतरतीब, अव्यवस्थित)*.
    random = done without method or conscious pattern *(यादृच्छिक, बेतरतीब)* — the match.
    "lit up with haphazard lights and smoky lanterns" — lights scattered about without any arrangement.
    Why the others are wrong.
    • Planned = arranged in advance *(योजनाबद्ध)* — the antonym.
    • Fixed = fastened, settled, unchanging *(स्थिर, निश्चित)* — order, not chaos.
    • Uniform = the same throughout *(एकसमान)* — haphazard lights are anything but uniform.
    Word help.
    lantern = a lamp with a protective case *(लालटेन)*.
    *Hap = chance (as in happen, perhaps); haphazard = left to chance.*

  4. SSC CPO 2023 T-1 Synonyms

    Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
    Haphazard

    Answer & explanation

    Answer: D) Random

    The correct answer is “Random”.
    "Haphazard" is an adjective that describes something lacking any obvious order or planning, occurring or done by chance without careful consideration or without a clear pattern. It implies a lack of organization or method, suggesting that things are happening randomly or arbitrarily rather than in a structured or intentional manner.
    Random: Having no specific pattern, purpose, or objective; lacking a definite plan, purpose, or pattern.
    Example: The items on the shelf were arranged in a random order, with no particular organization.
    Confident: Having a strong belief or assurance in oneself; self-assured.
    Example: She felt confident about her ability to complete

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haphazard – questions

What is the meaning of haphazard in Hindi?

haphazard means “अव्यवस्थित / यादृच्छिक” in Hindi. In English: Lacking order or planning; done randomly

What are the synonyms of haphazard?

Synonyms of haphazard: random, disorganized, unplanned, chaotic.

What is the opposite of haphazard?

Antonyms of haphazard: organized, systematic, methodical.

Has haphazard been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – haphazard has been asked 4 times in SSC exams: SSC Steno 2026 T-1, SSC CGL 2025 T-1, SSC Selection Post Ph-12 2024 ML, SSC CPO 2023 T-1.

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