Meaning: Dealing with things sensibly and realistically rather than theoretically
Hindi: व्यावहारिक
Synonyms: practical, realistic, sensible, rational
Antonyms: idealistic, impractical, unrealistic
Asked in: SSC Steno 2026 T-1 · SSC CGL 2024 T-1 · SSC Selection Post Ph-9 2021 ML · SSC MTS 2021
pragmatic in SSC previous-year questions
- 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.
Dealing with things in a practical and sensible wayAnswer & explanation
Answer: D) Pragmatic
Correct Answer: Pragmatic
Explanation:
"Pragmatic" refers to dealing with things in a practical and sensible way, focusing on results rather than theories or emotions.
Other options:
• Cynic: A person who believes that people act only out of selfish motives.
• Sceptic: Someone who doubts accepted beliefs or claims.
• Stoic: A person who endures hardship without showing emotions. - SSC Steno 2026 T-1 Synonyms
The leader was known for his pragmatic approach to solving problems. He focused on practical solutions rather than ideal theories, making decisions based on real-world conditions and achievable results. Which word is closest synonym to pragmatic?
Answer & explanation
Answer: C) Practical
Meaning: pragmatic = dealing with things sensibly and realistically, guided by what works *(व्यावहारिक)*.
practical = concerned with actual doing rather than theory *(व्यावहारिक, कार्यसाधक)*.
The passage says it outright: "practical solutions rather than ideal theories".
Why the others are wrong.
• idealistic = guided by ideals rather than reality *(आदर्शवादी)* — the antonym.
• theoretical = based on theory, not practice *(सैद्धांतिक)* — the opposite of pragmatic.
• emotional = governed by feelings *(भावनात्मक)* — unrelated to the sense.
*Pragmatic comes from Greek pragma, "a deed" — it is about what gets done.* - SSC Steno 2026 T-1 Antonyms
Choose the correct antonym of the word :
PRAGMATICAnswer & explanation
Answer: A) Idealistic
Meaning: pragmatic = dealing with things practically, guided by what works rather than by theory *(व्यावहारिक)*.
The antonym is the person guided by ideals rather than by practical results.
idealistic = pursuing perfect ideals, often ignoring practical limits *(आदर्शवादी)* — the exact opposite.
Why the others are wrong.
• logical = according to reason *(तार्किक)* — a pragmatic person is also logical; no contrast.
• realistic = accepting things as they are *(यथार्थवादी)* — a near synonym of pragmatic.
• reasonable = sensible, fair *(उचित, विवेकपूर्ण)* — again on the same side as pragmatic.
*Pragmatic asks "will it work?"; idealistic asks "is it perfect?"*
Examples
- “We need a pragmatic approach to solve this issue.”
pragmatic – questions
What is the meaning of pragmatic in Hindi?
pragmatic means “व्यावहारिक” in Hindi. In English: Dealing with things sensibly and realistically rather than theoretically
What are the synonyms of pragmatic?
Synonyms of pragmatic: practical, realistic, sensible, rational.
What is the opposite of pragmatic?
Antonyms of pragmatic: idealistic, impractical, unrealistic.
Has pragmatic been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – pragmatic has been asked 4 times in SSC exams: SSC Steno 2026 T-1, SSC CGL 2024 T-1, SSC Selection Post Ph-9 2021 ML, SSC MTS 2021.