nostalgia meaning in Hindi

nostalgia in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC CHSL 2025 T-1 One Word Substitution

   Choose the correct one-word substitute for:
   A longing for past times.

   AReminiscenceBNostalgiaCMelancholyDSentimentality
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: B) Nostalgia

   "Nostalgia" is the correct one-word substitute meaning a sentimental longing or wistful affection for the past. Reminiscence = the act of recalling past events; Melancholy = a general feeling of pensive sadness; Sentimentality = excessive tenderness or emotionalism. Nostalgia specifically captures the longing for past times.

2. 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 sentimental memory of the past

   AEuphoriaBHysteriaCManiaDNostalgia
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: D) Nostalgia

   Answer: Nostalgia
   Solution:
   • The phrase "a sentimental memory of the past" refers to the emotion of longing or affection for past experiences.
   • The correct one-word substitute is nostalgia, which means a sentimental or emotional yearning for the past (अतीत की याद में भावुक हो जाना).
   • Other options:
   • Euphoria – intense happiness (अत्यधिक खुशी)
   • Hysteria – uncontrollable emotion or panic (उन्माद)
   • Mania – obsession or craze (पागलपन या जूनून)
   • Therefore, the correct answer is: Nostalgia.

3. SSC CGL 2022 T-1 One Word Substitution

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
   An excessively intense desire for returning to past or lost conditions

   AGlitteratiBParanoiaCNostalgiaDAffection
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) Nostalgia

   Answer: Nostalgia
   Explanation:
   • Nostalgia is an intense desire or longing for the past or lost conditions (अतीत के लिए तीव्र इच्छा/स्मृति).
   • Glitterati means fashionable or famous people (प्रसिद्ध लोग),
   • Paranoia means excessive suspicion or fear (संशय),
   • Affection means fondness or love (स्नेह).
   Thus, “nostalgia” is the correct one-word substitute.

4. SSC CGL 2020 T-1 One Word Substitution

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
   A sentimental longing for a period in the past

   ANostalgiaBMemoryCCravingDEmotion
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) Nostalgia

   Correct Answer: Nostalgia
   Solution:
   The correct one-word substitute for "a sentimental longing for a period in the past" is "Nostalgia".
   It refers to a deep emotional feeling or yearning for past times, often associated with fond memories.
   Other options:
   • Memory – simply the ability to remember; lacks the emotional aspect.
   • Craving – a strong desire, usually for something tangible like food.
   • Emotion – a general term for feelings; not specific to longing for the past.
   Difficult Words and Meanings:
   nostalgia – sentimental longing for the past – अतीत के प्रति भावनात्मक लगाव
   memory – ability to recall past experiences – स्मृति
   craving – intense desire for something – तीव्र इच्छा
   emotion – a

Examples

• “The old song filled him with nostalgia.”

nostalgia – questions

What is the meaning of nostalgia in Hindi?

nostalgia means “अतीत की याद/विगत की लालसा” in Hindi. In English: A sentimental longing for the past

What are the synonyms of nostalgia?

Synonyms of nostalgia: reminiscence, yearning, wistfulness, homesickness.

What is the opposite of nostalgia?

Antonyms of nostalgia: indifference, forgetfulness.

Has nostalgia been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – nostalgia has been asked 4 times in SSC exams: SSC CHSL 2025 T-1, SSC CGL 2023 T-1, SSC CGL 2022 T-1, SSC CGL 2020 T-1.

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