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pragmatic meaning in Hindi

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pragmatic adjective

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

  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.
    Dealing with things in a practical and sensible way

    Answer & 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.

  2. 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.*

  3. SSC Steno 2026 T-1 Antonyms

    Choose the correct antonym of the word :
    PRAGMATIC

    Answer & 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?"*

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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.

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