placid meaning in Hindi

placid in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 Synonyms

   Select the most appropriate synonym of the bracketed word in the following sentence to fill in the blank.
   The setting sun turned the ________(calm) ocean into a sea of gold.
   (SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 (08-July Shift 2))

   AvolatileBplacidCfurtiveDscattered
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: B) placid

   Correct Answer: placid
   Explanation:
   The word in brackets is “calm”, which means peaceful, quiet, or tranquil. Let's examine the meanings of the options:
   • Volatile – Likely to change suddenly or become violent; opposite of calm. ❌
   • Placid – Peaceful and calm, with little movement or activity. ✅
   • Furtive – Secretive or sneaky; unrelated to calm. ❌
   • Scattered – Spread out or dispersed; not synonymous with calm. ❌
   ✅ Therefore, the correct synonym for “calm” in this context is placid.

2. SSC CGL 2022 T-2 Antonyms

   Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.
   The placid conversation between the two cricketers on a TV show aroused much controversy.
   (SSC CGL 2022 T-2 (3 Mar))

   AInappropriateBSardonicCAngryDInformal
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) Angry

   Placid – calm and peaceful.
   Angry – showing strong feelings of displeasure or hostility.
   Sardonic – mocking or cynical.
   Inappropriate – not suitable or proper for the situation.
   Informal – relaxed and casual, not formal.
   Placid and angry are antonyms. So, option c is correct.

3. SSC Selection Post Ph-14 2026 (Higher Secondary Level) Synonyms

   Choose the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
   Placid

   AStormyBCalmCAgitatedDNoisy
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: B) Calm

   Meaning: placid = not easily upset; peaceful and still *(शांत, सौम्य, स्थिर)*.
   calm = free from excitement or disturbance *(शांत)* — the same sense.
   *The placid surface of the lake reflected the hills.*
   
   Why the others are wrong.
   #B Stormy = full of storms or angry outbursts *(तूफ़ानी, उग्र)* — the opposite of placid.
   #B Agitated = troubled, nervous, excited *(उत्तेजित, व्याकुल)* — also an antonym.
   #B Noisy = making a lot of sound *(शोरगुल वाला)* — the opposite of a quiet, still state.
   
   Answer: Calm
   
   *Placid shares its Latin root placere (to please) with "please" — a pleased, settled mind.*

Examples

• “The lake was placid under the morning sun.”

placid – questions

What is the meaning of placid in Hindi?

placid means “शांत, स्थिर” in Hindi. In English: Calm and peaceful, not easily upset or excited.

What are the synonyms of placid?

Synonyms of placid: calm, serene, tranquil, peaceful, unruffled.

What is the opposite of placid?

Antonyms of placid: agitated, turbulent, volatile.

Has placid been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – placid has been asked 5 times in SSC exams: SSC Selection Post Ph-14 2026 (Higher Secondary Level), SSC CHSL 2024 T-1, SSC CPO 2023 T-1, SSC CGL 2022 T-2, SSC GD 2021 T-1.

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