languid meaning in Hindi

languid in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC Steno 2024 T-1 Synonyms

   Replace the underlined word in the given sentence with the most appropriate synonym from the options listed below.
   A slow,languid smile crossed her face, as if to voice the contentment of her heart.

   ASluggishBHurriedCLivelyDEnergetic
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) Sluggish

   Correct Answer: - Sluggish
   Explanation:
   Languid means weak, slow, or lacking in energy, which is synonymous with "sluggish."
   Other Words: -
   • Hurried implies doing something in a rush
   • Lively implies energy and excitement,
   • Energetic also conveys Vigor and liveliness,

2. SSC MTS 2024 Antonyms

   Identify the ANTONYM of the word in brackets.
   The athlete's (languid) performance disappointed the fans as well as coaches.

   AVigorousBListlessCLethargicDRelaxed
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) Vigorous

   Answer: Vigorous
   Explanation:
   The word in brackets is "languid", which means slow, weak, or lacking energy – धीमा या सुस्त प्रदर्शन.
   We need to find the word opposite in meaning.
   Let’s evaluate the options:
   • Vigorous – full of energy, strong, and forceful – जोशपूर्ण / ताकतवर → ✅ Correct antonym
   • Listless – lacking energy or enthusiasm – सुस्त → ❌ Synonym, not antonym
   • Lethargic – sluggish or lacking alertness – आलसी → ❌ Similar in meaning
   • Relaxed – free from tension – शांत → ❌ Not the opposite of “languid” in this context
   Correct sentence:
   The athlete's languid performance disappointed the fans, but a vigorous performance would have impressed them.

3. SSC CPO 2019 T-2 Antonyms

   Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.
   LANGUID

   AenergeticBlethargicCindolentDsluggish
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) energetic

   ✅ Correct Answer: Option A (energetic)
   Type: Antonym
   LANGUID – lacking energy; slow and relaxed (सुस्त, निस्तेज).
   Meanings
   • energetic – full of energy (ऊर्जावान) → opposite of languid. ✓
   • lethargic – sluggish, lazy (सुस्त) – synonym.
   • indolent – lazy (आलसी) – synonym.
   • sluggish – slow-moving (धीमा) – synonym.

4. SSC Steno 2022 T-1 Antonyms

   Select the most appropriate ANTONYM to replace the italicised word.
   He greeted Charles with a languid wave of his hand.

   AsupineBenergeticClackadaisicalDsluggish
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: B) energetic

   Answer: (b) energetic
   Explanation:
   • Languid means slow, weak, or without energy (सुस्त, थका हुआ).
   • The antonym should express full of energy or lively (ऊर्जावान).
   • Energetic fits perfectly as the opposite.
   • Other options like supine (पीठ के बल पड़ा), lackadaisical (उदासीन), and sluggish (धीमा) are synonyms or related words indicating low energy.
   Hence, Energetic is the correct antonym of Languid.

Examples

• “The hot afternoon made everyone feel languid.”

languid – questions

What is the meaning of languid in Hindi?

languid means “सुस्त” in Hindi. In English: Lacking energy or vitality; slow and relaxed.

What are the synonyms of languid?

Synonyms of languid: lethargic, sluggish, listless, weary, lazy.

What is the opposite of languid?

Antonyms of languid: energetic, lively, vigorous.

Has languid been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – languid has been asked 6 times in SSC exams: SSC Steno 2024 T-1, SSC MTS 2024, SSC CPO 2024 T-1, SSC Steno 2022 T-1, SSC CPO 2019 T-2, SSC CPO 2018-20 T-2.

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