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humble meaning in Hindi

adjectiveAsked 6× in SSC · latest SSC Selection Post Ph-14 2026 (Higher Secondary Level)Synonyms · Antonyms
humble adjective

Meaning: Having a modest or low estimate of one's own importance.

Hindi: विनम्र, नम्र

Synonyms: modest, meek, unpretentious, unassuming

Antonyms: arrogant, proud

Asked in: SSC Selection Post Ph-14 2026 (Higher Secondary Level) · SSC Selection Post Ph-11 2023 · SSC CHSL 2023 T-2 · SSC CGL 2022 T-1 · SSC MTS 2021 · SSC GD 2021 T-1

humble in SSC previous-year questions

  1. SSC Selection Post Ph-14 2026 (Higher Secondary Level) Synonyms

    Choose the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
    Humble

    Answer & explanation

    Answer: C) Modest

    Meaning: humble = having a low opinion of one's own importance; not proud *(विनम्र, नम्र)*.
    modest = not boasting about one's abilities or achievements *(विनम्र, शालीन)* — the same quality.
    *Despite his success, he remained humble / modest.*

    Why the others are wrong.
    #B Proud = feeling superior or pleased with oneself *(घमंडी, गर्वित)* — the opposite of humble.
    #B Vain = having too high an opinion of one's looks or abilities *(अहंकारी, आत्ममुग्ध)* — also an antonym.
    #B Wealthy = having a lot of money *(धनी, अमीर)* — a word about money, not character.

    Answer: Modest

    *Humble and modest describe attitude; proud and vain are their opposites.*

  2. SSC CGL 2022 T-1 Antonyms

    Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
    Humble

    Answer & explanation

    Answer: A) Arrogant

    Answer: Arrogant
    Explanation:
    • Humble means having a modest or low view of one’s importance.
    • Arrogant is its antonym, meaning overly proud (घमंडी).

  3. SSC Selection Post Ph-11 2023 Antonyms

    Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
    Humble

    Answer & explanation

    Answer: B) Pompous

    The most appropriate antonym of the word "humble" is "pompous."
    Humble: Having or showing a modest or low estimate of one's own importance; not proud or arrogant.
    Pompous: Characterized by an ostentatious display of dignity or importance.
    Meek: Quiet, gentle, and easily imposed on; submissive.
    Brilliant: Exceptionally clever or talented; exceptionally bright or shining.
    Compliant: Inclined to agree with others or obey rules; yielding.

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humble – questions

What is the meaning of humble in Hindi?

humble means “विनम्र, नम्र” in Hindi. In English: Having a modest or low estimate of one's own importance.

What are the synonyms of humble?

Synonyms of humble: modest, meek, unpretentious, unassuming.

What is the opposite of humble?

Antonyms of humble: arrogant, proud.

Has humble been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – humble has been asked 6 times in SSC exams: SSC Selection Post Ph-14 2026 (Higher Secondary Level), SSC Selection Post Ph-11 2023, SSC CHSL 2023 T-2, SSC CGL 2022 T-1, SSC MTS 2021, SSC GD 2021 T-1.

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