misanthrope meaning in Hindi

misanthrope in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC CHSL 2025 T-1 One Word Substitution

   Choose the one-word substitute for the below sentence.
   Ravi often expressed his disdain for humanity, distancing himself from social interactions and embracing solitude.

   AMisanthropeBMisogynistCCynicDNarcissist
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) Misanthrope

   "Misanthrope" = a person who dislikes and distrusts other people in general; someone who hates or distrusts humanity and avoids social interaction. Misogynist = someone who dislikes women specifically; Cynic = someone who believes people are motivated purely by self-interest; Narcissist = someone with an excessive interest in themselves. Only "Misanthrope" captures disdain for all of humanity. (Not Answered by candidate.)

2. SSC Selection Post Ph-13 2025 One Word Substitution

   Choose the correct one-word substitution for:
   "A person who dislikes human beings ___."

   APhilanthropistBMisanthropeCExtrovertDOptimist
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: B) Misanthrope

   A 'Misanthrope' is a person who dislikes and distrusts human beings in general.
   A 'Philanthropist' loves and helps people (the opposite), an 'Extrovert' is outgoing, and an 'Optimist' is hopeful - none matches the definition.

3. SSC CPO 2025 T-1 Spelling

   Find the correctly spelled word referring to one who hates mankind.

   AMisonthropyBMizanthropeCMisanthropDMisanthrope
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: D) Misanthrope

   Correct Answer: Option 4 — Misanthrope
   'Misanthrope' is correctly spelled: M-I-S-A-N-T-H-R-O-P-E. It means a person who dislikes or distrusts humankind.
   Why the others are wrong:
   Option 1 — 'Misonthropy' is a misspelling of 'misanthropy' (the abstract noun); 'mis-on-thropy' inserts 'on' incorrectly.
   Option 2 — 'Mizanthrope' replaces 'Mis' with 'Miz'; incorrect initial spelling.
   Option 3 — 'Misanthrop' is missing the final 'e'; incomplete spelling.

4. SSC CGL 2023 T-1 One Word Substitution

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
   A person who hates and avoids other people

   APervertBHermitCMisanthropeDMasochist
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) Misanthrope

   Answer: Misanthrope
   Solution:
   • The phrase is: "A person who hates and avoids other people."
   • The correct one-word substitute is "Misanthrope", which refers to a person who dislikes, distrusts, or hates humankind and prefers to avoid human society – मानवद्वेषी व्यक्ति.
   Other options:
   • Pervert – a person with morally unacceptable or deviant behaviour – विकृत मानसिकता वाला व्यक्ति
   • Hermit – someone who lives in seclusion, often for religious reasons, but not necessarily out of hate – संन्यासी / एकांतवासी
   • Masochist – a person who derives pleasure from suffering or self-punishment – स्वयं को पीड़ा देने वाला
   So, the correct answer is: Misanthrope

5. SSC MTS 2023 One Word Substitution

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given phrase.
   A person who is known for his hatred towards the entire mankind.

   AMercenaryBPhilogynistCInsolventDMisanthrope
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: D) Misanthrope

   Answer: Option 4 – Misanthrope
   Solution:
   The phrase is:
   "A person who is known for his hatred towards the entire mankind."
   Let’s examine the options:
   • Mercenary ❌
   A person who works only for money (पैसे के लिए काम करने वाला).
   • Philogynist ❌
   A person who loves women (स्त्री प्रेमी).
   • Insolvent ❌
   A person who is unable to pay debts (दिवालिया).
   • Misanthrope ✅
   A person who hates humankind (मानवता से घृणा करने वाला) – correct one-word substitute.
   So, the correct answer is Misanthrope – Option 4.

Examples

• “The old misanthrope lived alone, avoiding all visitors.”

misanthrope – questions

What is the meaning of misanthrope in Hindi?

misanthrope means “मानवद्वेषी, मनुष्यों से घृणा करने वाला” in Hindi. In English: A person who dislikes humankind and avoids human society.

What are the synonyms of misanthrope?

Synonyms of misanthrope: cynic, recluse, hater of mankind.

What is the opposite of misanthrope?

Antonyms of misanthrope: philanthropist, humanitarian.

Has misanthrope been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – misanthrope has been asked 6 times in SSC exams: SSC CHSL 2025 T-1, SSC Selection Post Ph-13 2025, SSC CPO 2025 T-1, SSC CGL 2023 T-1, SSC MTS 2023, SSC MTS 2021.

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