pessimist meaning in Hindi

pessimist in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC CGL 2024 T-1 One Word Substitution

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
   One who tends to look at the dark side of things

   APolemistBDynamistCPessimistDOptimist
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) Pessimist

   The correct answer is: c
   Pessimist: Someone who tends to see the worst aspect of things or believes that the worst will happen.
   Dynamist: Someone who is energetic and enthusiastic about progress and change.
   Polemist: A writer who argues in opposition to others (especially in theology)
   Optimist: Someone who looks at the brighter side of things.

2. SSC CGL 2024 T-1 One Word Substitution

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
   A person who is inclined to see the worst aspect of things

   AAltruistBPessimistCPhilanthropistDOptimist
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: B) Pessimist

   The correct answer is Pessimist.
   Explanation:
   A pessimist is a person who tends to see the worst aspect of things, expecting negative outcomes.
   Other Word: -
   • Altruist: A person who selflessly cares for others' well-being, not someone who focuses on negativity.
   • Philanthropist: A person who seeks to promote the welfare of others, typically through donations or actions, not someone who sees the worst in things.
   • Optimist: A person who tends to see the best aspect of things, opposite of a pessimist.

3. SSC CGL 2025 T-1 One Word Substitution

   Choose the correct one-word substitute for:
   'A person who always looks at the negative side of things'.

   AOptimistBDeterministCPessimistDRealist
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) Pessimist

   Pessimist = person who always sees the worst/negative side. Optimist = positive side. Realist = practical. Determinist = believes in determinism.

4. SSC Steno 2026 T-1 One Word Substitution

   Choose the correct one-word substitute for:
   A person who looks at the dark side of things

   APhilanthropistBMisogynistCPessimistDOptimist
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) Pessimist

   Meaning: pessimist = a person who looks at the dark side of things and expects the worst *(निराशावादी)*.
   Latin pessimus = worst; its twin is Latin optimus = best, which gives *optimist*.
   "The dark side of things" is the settled English image for gloom and expected failure.
   A person whose habitual outlook is that side is a pessimist.
   Why the others are wrong.
   • philanthropist = a lover of mankind, one who gives for good causes *(परोपकारी, दानशील)* — Greek *philos* (love) + *anthropos* (man); about charity, not outlook.
   • misogynist = one who hates or despises women *(स्त्री-द्वेषी)* — Greek *misein* (to hate) + *gyne* (woman).
   • optimist = one who expects the best and sees the bright side *(आ

5. 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.
   One who looks at the negative side of everything

   ARacistBPessimistCActivistDOptimist
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: B) Pessimist

   Answer: b) Pessimist
   Solution:
   • A pessimist is a person who always expects the worst or sees the negative side of things.
   • Racist is someone who discriminates based on race.
   • Activist is a person actively campaigning for change.
   • Optimist is someone who expects the best or looks on the positive side.
   pessimist – one who expects bad outcomes – निराशावादी
   racist – one who discriminates by race – जातिवादी
   activist – a campaigner for change – सक्रिय कार्यकर्ता
   optimist – one who expects good outcomes – आशावादी

6. SSC CPO 2022 T-1 One Word Substitution

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
   One who takes a dark view of things

   APedantBPeriscopeCPolyglotDPessimist
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: D) Pessimist

   Answer: 4 (Pessimist)
   Solution (Correct Option - 4: Pessimist):
   A “pessimist” is someone who always sees the negative side of things or expects the worst to happen. The phrase “takes a dark view of things” means having a gloomy or negative outlook on life, which directly matches the meaning of pessimist.
   Why other options are incorrect:
   Pedant – someone who is overly concerned with rules or academic learning (गंभीर रूप से विद्वत्ता दिखाने वाला).
   Periscope – an optical instrument used in submarines to see above the surface (दूरबीन जैसा यंत्र).
   Polyglot – a person who knows and can use several languages (बहुभाषी व्यक्ति).
   Difficult Word Meanings:
   Pessimist – one who expects the worst; negative

Examples

• “Being a pessimist, he always expects things to go wrong.”

pessimist – questions

What is the meaning of pessimist in Hindi?

pessimist means “निराशावादी” in Hindi. In English: A person who always expects the worst outcome.

What are the synonyms of pessimist?

Synonyms of pessimist: cynic, defeatist.

What is the opposite of pessimist?

Antonyms of pessimist: optimist.

Has pessimist been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – pessimist has been asked 9 times in SSC exams: SSC Steno 2026 T-1, SSC CGL 2025 T-1, SSC CGL 2024 T-1, SSC CGL 2023 T-1, SSC MTS 2023, SSC CPO 2022 T-1, SSC CHSL 2022 T-1, SSC CGL 2020 T-1.

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