modest meaning in Hindi

modest in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 Antonyms

   Identify the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word based on the context of the sentence.
   He gave a haughty consent without honouring him with a single word.
   (SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 (08-July Shift 1))

   AHappyBIndifferentCModestDProud
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) Modest

   Correct Answer: Modest
   Explanation:
   The underlined word is haughty, which means:
   • Arrogantly superior and disdainful, showing pride in a condescending way.
   Let’s look at the meanings of the options:
   • Happy – Feeling or showing pleasure (❌ Not related to pride or arrogance).
   • Indifferent – Unconcerned or apathetic (❌ Not the opposite of haughty).
   • Modest – ✅ Humble, not boastful or arrogant (direct antonym of haughty).
   • Proud – Having a high opinion of oneself (❌ Actually close in meaning to haughty, not opposite).
   ✅ Hence, the correct antonym is Modest.

2. SSC MTS 2024 Antonyms

   Select the option that is OPPOSITE in meaning to the underlined word in the given sentence.
   The state played only a modest part in the outstanding advancement of modern morality.

   AUnimpressiveBHumbleCModerateDBoastful
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: D) Boastful

   Answer: d) Boastful
   Explanation:
   The word "modest" means not large, humble, or moderate (साधारण या विनम्र).
   Its opposite should mean showing pride or bragging.
   • Boastful means showing excessive pride or bragging (घमंडी या शेखीबाज़).
   • Unimpressive, Humble, and Moderate are similar in meaning to "modest," not opposite.
   So, "boastful" is the correct antonym.

3. SSC CGL 2023 T-1 Synonyms

   Select the most appropriate synonym for the highlighted word.
   His modest nature made all the difference.

   AshyBhorrificCdryDcourageous
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) shy

   Answer: shy
   Solution:
   • The highlighted word modest means having a humble or unassuming nature (विनम्र / सरल).
   • The closest synonym here is shy, which means being reserved or not boastful (संकोची / शर्मीला). ✅
   • Option meanings:
   • Shy – reserved or modest in behavior (संकोची) ✅
   • Horrific – causing horror or fear (भयावह) ❌
   • Dry – lacking moisture or dull (सूखा / नीरस) ❌
   • Courageous – brave (साहसी) ❌

4. SSC CGL 2023 T-1 Antonyms

   Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.
   Her modest behaviour was appreciated by everyone in the assembly.

   AdistantBobviousCconceitedDunpresuming
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) conceited

   Answer: (3) conceited
   Solution:
   Modest means humble and not boastful (विनम्र / नम्र स्वभाव वाला). Its antonym is conceited, which means proud and vain; having an overly high opinion of oneself (घमंडी / अहंकारी).
   (1) Distant – Means far away or emotionally detached (दूर / अलग-थलग), unrelated.
   (2) Obvious – Means easily seen or clear (साफ़ / स्पष्ट), not opposite of “modest”.
   (4) Unpresuming – Actually a synonym of modest, meaning not arrogant (नम्र); not an antonym.
   Word Meanings:
   • Modest – विनम्र
   • Conceited – घमंडी
   • Distant – दूर / अलग
   • Obvious – स्पष्ट
   • Unpresuming – सरल / अहंकारहीन

5. SSC Steno 2023 T-1 Antonyms

   Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
   Modest

   AUnpretentiousBHumbleCArrogantDGenerous
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) Arrogant

   Answer: Arrogant
   Explanation:
   The word “modest” means not boastful or proud, humble and unassuming (विनम्र, सहज).
   • The antonym of modest is “arrogant,” which means having an exaggerated sense of one’s own importance or abilities (घमंडी, अहंकारी).
   Why other options are incorrect:
   • Unpretentious – similar to modest (सरल, सहज) ❌
   • Humble – similar meaning to modest (विनम्र) ❌
   • Generous – relates to giving, not pride or humility ❌
   Therefore, “Arrogant” is the correct antonym of “Modest.”

6. SSC Steno 2023 T-1 Synonyms

   Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
   Modest

   APettyBLucidCDemureDArrogant
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) Demure

   The most appropriate synonym for the given word "Modest" is: Demure
   Modest: Having or showing a moderate or humble estimate of one's merits, importance, or abilities. It often involves avoiding excess attention to oneself and being unpretentious.
   Petty: Of little importance; trivial. It can also refer to something relatively small or minor, especially when describing disputes or disagreements.
   Lucid: Clear and easily understood; mentally sound, rational, or sane. It can also refer to something that is bright or luminous.
   Demure: Reserved, modest, and shy in a way that is often considered attractive. It typically describes someone who is modest or reserved in a gentle and charming manner.
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Examples

• “Despite his success, he remained modest about his achievements.”

modest – questions

What is the meaning of modest in Hindi?

modest means “विनम्र/साधारण” in Hindi. In English: Not boastful or arrogant; moderate in size or amount.

What are the synonyms of modest?

Synonyms of modest: humble, unassuming, simple, reserved, moderate.

What is the opposite of modest?

Antonyms of modest: arrogant, boastful, proud.

Has modest been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – modest has been asked 6 times in SSC exams: SSC CHSL 2024 T-1, SSC MTS 2024, SSC CGL 2023 T-1, SSC Steno 2023 T-1, SSC MTS 2021, SSC CGL 2021 T-1.

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