numismatist meaning in Hindi

numismatist in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC CHSL 2025 T-1 One Word Substitution

   Choose the one word substitute for the below sentence.
   Sophie asked her grandfather, a person who loves collecting coins called?

   ANumismatistBPhilatelistCCollectorDAntiquarian
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) Numismatist

   "Numismatist" = a person who collects or studies coins, banknotes, paper currency, and medals. The word comes from the Greek " nomisma " (coin). A numismatist has a specialized interest specifically in currency and coinage. "Philatelist" = a stamp collector. "Collector" = a general term for anyone who collects things. "Antiquarian" = a person who studies or collects antiques and items of ancient interest. Since Sophie's grandfather specifically loves collecting COINS, the precise one-word substitute is Numismatist. Option A is correct.

2. SSC MTS 2025 One Word Substitution

   Choose the most suitable one-word substitution for the following.
   A person who collects coins.

   AArchaeologistBNumismatistCHistorianDEconomist
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: B) Numismatist

   Correct Answer: Numismatist (Option 2)
   'Numismatist' is a person who collects and studies coins, banknotes, medals, and related currency. It comes from Latin: numisma (coin). This is the precise one-word substitution for a coin collector.
   Why the other options are wrong:
   Option 1 - 'Archaeologist' studies human history through excavation of ancient sites — not specifically coins.
   Option 3 - 'Historian' studies and writes about historical events — not specifically coin collecting.
   Option 4 - 'Economist' studies the economy and financial systems — unrelated to coin collecting.

Examples

• “As a numismatist, he owns rare coins dating back centuries.”

numismatist – questions

What is the meaning of numismatist in Hindi?

numismatist means “सिक्का संग्रहकर्ता” in Hindi. In English: A person who collects or studies coins and currency

What are the synonyms of numismatist?

Synonyms of numismatist: coin collector.

Has numismatist been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – numismatist has been asked 3 times in SSC exams: SSC CHSL 2025 T-1, SSC MTS 2025, SSC GD 2021 T-1.

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