prudent meaning in Hindi

prudent in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC Steno 2024 T-1 Antonyms

   Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word to fill in the blank.
   We are blessed with a prudent house keeper, but cursed with an ________ house master.

   ApotentialBprominentCindiscreetDwise
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) indiscreet

   The most appropriate antonym for prudent is:
   indiscreet
   Explanation: "Prudent" means wise or careful in decision-making, while "indiscreet" refers to someone who lacks discretion or good judgment, making it the opposite.
   Why the other options are incorrect:
   • Potential: This refers to having the ability to develop into something, which is not an antonym for "prudent."
   • Prominent: This means well-known or important, which is unrelated to the meaning of "prudent."
   • Wise: This is a synonym for "prudent," so it is not an antonym.

2. SSC Selection Post Ph-14 2026 (Matriculation Level) Antonyms

   Choose the antonym of “Prudent”.

   ARecklessBCarefulCSensibleDJudicious
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) Reckless

   Meaning: prudent = acting with care and thought for the future *(विवेकी, समझदार, दूरदर्शी)*.
   Its opposite is reckless = acting without thinking of danger or results *(लापरवाह, दुस्साहसी)*.
   
   *A prudent driver slows down in fog; a reckless one does not.*
   
   Why the others are wrong.
   #B careful = taking care to avoid harm *(सावधान)* — a synonym of prudent.
   #B sensible = showing good judgement *(समझदार)* — also a synonym.
   #B judicious = having sound judgement *(विवेकपूर्ण)* — another synonym.
   
   Answer: Reckless
   
   *Three options say "wise" — the antonym is the only one that says "careless".*

3. SSC Steno 2022 T-1 Antonyms

   Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
   Prudent

   AIntuitionBCautionCImprudentDUnprudent
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) Imprudent

   Answer: (c) Imprudent
   Explanation:
   • Prudent means showing good judgment or caution (समझदारी से काम करने वाला).
   • The antonym should mean not showing care or judgment.
   • Imprudent means not prudent; lacking caution (असमझदार) — ✅ correct antonym.
   Other options:
   • Intuition – instinct or gut feeling (अंतर्ज्ञान) ❌
   • Caution – care or prudence (सावधानी) ❌
   • Unprudent – not a standard English word ❌
   Hence, Imprudent is the correct antonym of Prudent.

4. SSC Selection Post Ph-11 2023 Antonyms

   Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
   Prudent

   AAtrociousBStupidCWiseDCrafty
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: B) Stupid

   The most appropriate antonym of "prudent" is "stupid." Therefore, the correct option is: Stupid
   "Prudent" means acting with or showing care and thought for the future; wise, sensible, and cautious in practical affairs.
   Atrocious: Extremely wicked, brutal, or cruel; extremely bad or unpleasant.
   Stupid: Lacking intelligence or common sense.
   Wise: Having or showing experience, knowledge, and good judgment.
   Crafty: Clever at achieving one's aims by indirect or deceitful methods; cunning.

Examples

• “It is prudent to save money for emergencies.”

prudent – questions

What is the meaning of prudent in Hindi?

prudent means “सावधान, विवेकशील” in Hindi. In English: Acting with care and thought for the future

What are the synonyms of prudent?

Synonyms of prudent: careful, cautious, wise, sensible, judicious.

What is the opposite of prudent?

Antonyms of prudent: reckless, careless, imprudent.

Has prudent been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – prudent has been asked 7 times in SSC exams: SSC Selection Post Ph-14 2026 (Matriculation Level), SSC Steno 2024 T-1, SSC CPO 2024 T-1, SSC Selection Post Ph-11 2023, SSC Steno 2022 T-1, SSC GD 2021 T-1, SSC CHSL 2020 T-1.

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