pusillanimous meaning in Hindi

pusillanimous in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC CPO 2024 T-1 One Word Substitution

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
   Weak and cowardly

   AMeekBTimidCPusillanimousDAnxious
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) Pusillanimous

   The correct option is:
   "Pusillanimous."
   Explanation:
   Pusillanimous is a one-word substitute for "weak and cowardly." It describes someone who lacks courage and determination.
   The other options:
   • Meek: Means gentle, submissive, or humble, but not necessarily cowardly.
   • Timid: Refers to being shy or lacking self-confidence, which is related but less specific than "pusillanimous."
   • Anxious: Refers to feeling worried or nervous, not cowardly.

2. Delhi Police HCM 2025-26 Spelling

   Fill in the blank with the correctly spelt word.
   His _______ actions after the scandal only worsened public perception.

   ApusilanemousBpusillanimousCpusillanemousDpusilanimous
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: B) pusillanimous

   The correct spelling is "pusillanimous" ( pu - sil -lan- i - mous ), meaning showing a lack of courage; cowardly. The other three are misspellings. Hence the correct answer is pusillanimous.

3. SSC CGL 2025 T-1 Antonyms

   Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word: Pusillanimous

   ATimidBBraveCCowardlyDFaint-hearted
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: B) Brave

   'Pusillanimous' means showing a lack of courage; cowardly.
   'Brave' is the opposite, hence the antonym.
   'Timid', 'Cowardly' and 'Faint-hearted' are synonyms of pusillanimous.

Examples

• “His pusillanimous response disappointed his supporters.”

pusillanimous – questions

What is the meaning of pusillanimous in Hindi?

pusillanimous means “कायर / भीरु” in Hindi. In English: Lacking courage; cowardly

What are the synonyms of pusillanimous?

Synonyms of pusillanimous: cowardly, timid, fainthearted.

What is the opposite of pusillanimous?

Antonyms of pusillanimous: brave, courageous.

Has pusillanimous been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – pusillanimous has been asked 3 times in SSC exams: Delhi Police HCM 2025-26, SSC CGL 2025 T-1, SSC CPO 2024 T-1.

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