Meaning: A scholar or writer, especially one of great learning.
Hindi: विद्वान, साहित्यकार
Synonyms: scholar, writer, intellectual, literary figure
Antonyms: illiterate person, layman
Asked in: SSC CPO 2024 T-1 · SSC CHSL 2021 T-1
man of letters in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC CPO 2024 T-1 Idioms & Phrases
Select the most appropriate idiom that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
Read the books of APJ Abdul Kalam, who was a scholar.Answer & explanation
Answer: C) a man of letters
The most appropriate idiom to substitute the underlined segment "a scholar" in the given sentence is "a man of letters."
Explanation:
• A man of letters refers to someone who is well-educated, especially in literature or scholarly pursuits. This idiom would fit perfectly to describe APJ Abdul Kalam, who was known for his scholarly contributions.
The other idioms are not suitable in this context:
• A dare devil refers to someone who is adventurous or takes risks.
• A man of straw refers to someone who is weak or lacks substance.
• A queer fish
Examples
- “He was known as a man of letters in his community.”
man of letters – questions
What is the meaning of man of letters in Hindi?
man of letters means “विद्वान, साहित्यकार” in Hindi. In English: A scholar or writer, especially one of great learning.
What are the synonyms of man of letters?
Synonyms of man of letters: scholar, writer, intellectual, literary figure.
What is the opposite of man of letters?
Antonyms of man of letters: illiterate person, layman.
Has man of letters been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – man of letters has been asked 2 times in SSC exams: SSC CPO 2024 T-1, SSC CHSL 2021 T-1.