Meaning: Consisting of various types or things not related
Hindi: विविध
Synonyms: various, assorted, mixed, diverse
Antonyms: uniform, homogeneous
Asked in: SSC MTS 2025 · SSC Steno 2022 T-1
miscellaneous in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC MTS 2025 Spelling
Choose the misspelt word from the given options.
Answer & explanation
Answer: C) Miscellanious
Correct Answer: Option 3 — Miscellanious
"Miscellanious" is misspelt. The correct spelling is "Miscellaneous" — meaning consisting of various types or items from different sources.
Rule: The word ends in "-eous" (not "-ious") — Miscellan + eous = Miscellaneous.
Why other options are correctly spelt:
Option 1 — "Vociferous": correct (means making a loud outcry, especially in protest).
Option 2 — "Amalgamation": correct (means the merging of two or more things into one).
Option 4 — "Innocuous": correct (means not harmful or offensive in any way). - SSC Steno 2022 T-1 Synonyms
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
MiscellaneousAnswer & explanation
Answer: D) Various
Answer: Various
Explanation:
• The word "Miscellaneous" means consisting of diverse or different kinds of things, or a mix of various types.
• ✅ "Various" is the most appropriate synonym as it also means of different kinds or types.
Other options:
• ❌ Interesting – means engaging or appealing, not related to variety.
• ❌ Contemporary – means modern or of the present time.
• ❌ Virtuous – means morally good or ethical.
✅ Correct synonym: Various
Examples
- “The drawer was full of miscellaneous items.”
miscellaneous – questions
What is the meaning of miscellaneous in Hindi?
miscellaneous means “विविध” in Hindi. In English: Consisting of various types or things not related
What are the synonyms of miscellaneous?
Synonyms of miscellaneous: various, assorted, mixed, diverse.
What is the opposite of miscellaneous?
Antonyms of miscellaneous: uniform, homogeneous.
Has miscellaneous been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – miscellaneous has been asked 2 times in SSC exams: SSC MTS 2025, SSC Steno 2022 T-1.