magnanimous meaning in Hindi

magnanimous in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 Spelling

   Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
   (SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 (03-July Shift 3))

   AMagnanimosBFascinationCAccompaniedDPsychology
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) Magnanimos

   The incorrectly spelled word is:
   Magnanimos
   The correct spelling is "Magnanimous", which means generous or forgiving, especially towards a rival or someone less powerful.
   Here’s why the others are correct:
   • Fascination is correctly spelled.
   • Accompanied is correctly spelled.
   • Psychology is correctly spelled.
   So, the incorrect word is Magnanimos.

2. Delhi Police HCM 2025-26 Spelling

   One of these words is spelled incorrectly. Which one is it?

   AAbhorrentBVicissitudeCEgregiousDMagnanmous
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: D) Magnanmous

   The correct spelling is "Magnanimous" (mag-nan- i - mous ), meaning generous or forgiving. " Magnanmous " is missing an " i ". "Abhorrent", "Vicissitude" and "Egregious" are all spelled correctly. Hence the incorrectly spelled word is Magnanmous .

3. SSC Selection Post Ph-13 2025 Antonyms

   Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.
   Magnanimous

   AAltruisticBSelf-absorbedCNobleDGracious
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: B) Self-absorbed

   The word 'Magnanimous' means very generous or forgiving, especially towards a rival or someone less powerful.
   Option 2 (Self-absorbed) is correct because it is the opposite of magnanimous, meaning preoccupied with oneself and selfish.
   Option 1 (Altruistic) is wrong as it is a synonym meaning selflessly concerned for others.
   Option 3 (Noble) is wrong because it is a synonym meaning of high moral character.
   Option 4 (Gracious) is wrong as it is a synonym meaning courteous and kind.

4. SSC CPO 2025 T-1 Synonyms

   Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word: MAGNANIMOUS

   AMeanBGenerousCCovetousDPetty
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: B) Generous

   Correct Answer: Option 2 — Generous
   'Magnanimous' means very generous or forgiving, especially towards a rival or a less powerful person. 'Generous' is the closest synonym.
   Why the others are wrong:
   Option 1 — 'Mean' means unkind and ungenerous — the direct opposite of magnanimous.
   Option 3 — 'Covetous' means excessively desirous of wealth — opposite of magnanimous.
   Option 4 — 'Petty' means unimportant or narrow-minded — the opposite of magnanimous.

5. SSC Selection Post Ph-14 2026 (Higher Secondary Level) One Word Substitution

   Choose the one-word substitution for the underlined phrase in the sentence below.
   The king was known for his generous and forgiving treatment of the vanquished opponent.

   AMendaciousBMagnanimousCRecalcitrantDNefarious
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: B) Magnanimous

   Meaning: magnanimous = generous and forgiving, especially towards a rival or a defeated enemy *(उदार, उदारचित्त, क्षमाशील)*.
   Latin *magnus* (great) + *animus* (soul) — great-souled *(महामना)*.
   A king who treats a vanquished *(पराजित)* opponent kindly is magnanimous.
   
   Why the others are wrong.
   #B Mendacious = not telling the truth; lying *(झूठा, मिथ्यावादी)*.
   #B Recalcitrant = stubbornly refusing to obey *(अड़ियल, अवज्ञाकारी)*.
   #B Nefarious = wicked, criminal *(दुष्ट, जघन्य)* — the very opposite of a kind king.
   
   Answer: Magnanimous
   
   *Magnanimous in victory — generous to the one you have beaten.*

6. SSC Steno 2026 T-1 Antonyms

   What is the antonym of "Magnanimous"?

   ASelfishBCharitableCNobleDGenerous
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) Selfish

   Meaning: magnanimous = big-hearted — generous in giving and forgiving, especially towards a rival *(उदार, विशाल हृदय वाला)*.
   The opposite of a large, giving heart is a small, self-serving one: selfish = caring only for one's own gain *(स्वार्थी, आत्मकेंद्रित)*.
   A magnanimous victor praises the loser; a selfish one takes all the credit.
   Why the others are wrong.
   • Charitable = giving freely to those in need *(दानशील, परोपकारी)* — a synonym, not an opposite.
   • Noble = high-minded and honourable *(महान, उदात्त)* — the very quality that goes with magnanimity.
   • Generous = willing to give more than is expected *(उदार, दरियादिल)* — the plainest synonym of the four.
   Word help.
   magnanimity = greatne

Examples

• “The winner was magnanimous in victory, praising his opponent.”

magnanimous – questions

What is the meaning of magnanimous in Hindi?

magnanimous means “उदार” in Hindi. In English: Generous or forgiving, especially toward a rival or less powerful person.

What are the synonyms of magnanimous?

Synonyms of magnanimous: generous, noble, big-hearted, charitable.

What is the opposite of magnanimous?

Antonyms of magnanimous: petty, mean, selfish.

Has magnanimous been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – magnanimous has been asked 9 times in SSC exams: SSC Selection Post Ph-14 2026 (Higher Secondary Level), SSC Steno 2026 T-1, Delhi Police HCM 2025-26, SSC Selection Post Ph-13 2025, SSC CPO 2025 T-1, SSC CHSL 2024 T-1, SSC CGL 2023 T-1, SSC Steno 2022 T-1 and more.

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