mundane meaning in Hindi

mundane in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC CPO 2023 T-2 Synonyms

   Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
   MUNDANE

   AexcitingBabnormalCwonderfulDordinary
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: D) ordinary

   Solution:
   The word "mundane" means dull, routine, or ordinary, often referring to things that are uninteresting or lacking excitement.
   • Exciting – opposite of mundane – ❌
   • Abnormal – unrelated or slightly opposite – ❌
   • Wonderful – positive and enthusiastic, not a synonym – ❌
   • Ordinary – ✔ correct synonym (means common or everyday)
   Answer: Option D (ordinary).

2. SSC CGL 2021 T-1 One Word Substitution

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
   Lacking interest or excitement

   AMundaneBMiserlyCDespotDHostile
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) Mundane

   Explanation:
   Required meaning:
   Something that is dull, boring, or unexciting — lacking freshness, variety, or interest.
   Let’s now evaluate each option:
   🔸 Option A: Mundane
   • ✅ Correct
   • Meaning: Dull, ordinary, unexciting; lacking interest
   (नीरस / उबाऊ / साधारण)
   • Fits perfectly with the phrase “lacking interest or excitement”
   • Example: His job is quite mundane, involving the same routine tasks every day.
   🔸 Option B: Miserly
   • ❌ Incorrect
   • Meaning: Extremely unwilling to spend money; stingy
   (कंजूस)
   • Unrelated to excitement or interest
   🔸 Option C: Despot
   • ❌ Incorrect
   • Meaning: A cruel and oppressive ruler
   (तानाशाह)
   • No connection to interest or dullness
   🔸 Option D: Hostile
   • ❌ Incorrect

Examples

• “He was tired of his mundane office job.”

mundane – questions

What is the meaning of mundane in Hindi?

mundane means “सांसारिक/नीरस” in Hindi. In English: Lacking interest or excitement; ordinary

What are the synonyms of mundane?

Synonyms of mundane: boring, routine, ordinary, dull.

What is the opposite of mundane?

Antonyms of mundane: exciting, extraordinary.

Has mundane been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – mundane has been asked 4 times in SSC exams: SSC CPO 2023 T-2, SSC CGL 2021 T-1, SSC GD 2021 T-1, SSC Steno 2019 T-1.

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