Meaning: a person with an obsessive urge to steal
Hindi: चोरी करने का उन्माद रखने वाला व्यक्ति
Synonyms: thief, pilferer, compulsive stealer
Antonyms: honest person
Asked in: SSC CPO 2025 T-1
kleptomaniac in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC CPO 2025 T-1 One Word Substitution
Choose the correct one-word substitution for the blank in the sentence below.
Despite being wealthy, Rohan couldn't resist stealing small items from stores, suggesting he might be a _____.Answer & explanation
Answer: B) kleptomaniac
Correct Answer: Option 2 — kleptomaniac
A kleptomaniac is a person who has a compulsive urge to steal, even when they have no need to. The sentence specifically says Rohan steals despite being wealthy, which is the defining trait of a kleptomaniac.
Why others are wrong:
Option 1 (philanthropist): Someone who donates generously to good causes — the opposite of stealing.
Option 3 (pessimist): Someone who always expects the worst outcomes — unrelated to stealing.
Option 4 (hypochondriac): Someone who excessively worries about having a serious illness — unrelated. - SSC CPO 2025 T-1 One Word Substitution
Choose the correct one-word substitution for the blank in the sentence below.
Despite being wealthy, Rohan couldn't resist stealing small items from stores, suggesting he might be a ______.Answer & explanation
Answer: B) kleptomaniac
Correct Answer: Option 2 — kleptomaniac
A 'kleptomaniac' is a person who has a compulsive urge to steal, even when they do not need the items. The key clues are 'couldn't resist stealing small items from stores' despite being wealthy.
Why the others are wrong:
Option 1 — 'Philanthropist' means a person who donates generously to charitable causes; the opposite of a thief.
Option 3 — 'Pessimist' means a person who expects the worst; unrelated to stealing.
Option 4 — 'Hypochondriac' means a person who believes they have serious illnesses despite being healthy; unrelated to stealing.
Examples
- “The kleptomaniac was caught stealing items she didn't even need.”
kleptomaniac – questions
What is the meaning of kleptomaniac in Hindi?
kleptomaniac means “चोरी करने का उन्माद रखने वाला व्यक्ति” in Hindi. In English: a person with an obsessive urge to steal
What are the synonyms of kleptomaniac?
Synonyms of kleptomaniac: thief, pilferer, compulsive stealer.
What is the opposite of kleptomaniac?
Antonyms of kleptomaniac: honest person.
Has kleptomaniac been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – kleptomaniac has been asked 2 times in SSC exams: SSC CPO 2025 T-1.