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remorse meaning in Hindi

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remorse noun

Meaning: Deep regret or guilt for a wrong committed

Hindi: पश्चाताप

Synonyms: guilt, regret, repentance, contrition

Antonyms: satisfaction, pride

Asked in: SSC CGL 2022 T-1 · SSC GD 2021 T-1 · SSC CGL 2020 T-2 · SSC CHSL 2019 T-1

remorse in SSC previous-year questions

  1. SSC CGL 2020 T-2 Antonyms

    Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
    Remorse

    Answer & explanation

    Answer: D) Satisfaction

    ✅ Correct Answer: Option D (Satisfaction)
    Type: Antonym
    REMORSE – deep regret/guilt (पश्चाताप).
    Meanings
    • Satisfaction – contentment → opposite ✓. Empathy / sorrow / regret – close to (not opposite of) remorse.

  2. SSC CGL 2022 T-1 One Word Substitution

    Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
    Having a feeling of guilt

    Answer & explanation

    Answer: D) Remorse

    Answer: Remorse
    Explanation:
    Remorse means a deep sense of guilt or regret for a wrong committed (पछतावा / अपराधबोध). It is the most accurate one-word substitute for "having a feeling of guilt."
    Other options:
    • Restitution – compensation for a loss or damage (क्षतिपूर्ति)
    • Repugnance – strong dislike or disgust (घृणा)
    • Refulgence – shining brightly or brilliance (चमक / तेज)
    So, only remorse conveys the intended meaning.

  3. SSC CGL 2022 T-1 Synonyms

    Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
    Remorse

    Answer & explanation

    Answer: A) Repentance

    Correct Answer: Repentance
    Explanation:
    The word remorse means deep regret (गहरा पछतावा). A fitting synonym is repentance, which also conveys sincere regret or remorse (पछतावा).
    Other options don’t match:
    • affinity means a natural liking (रुचि).
    • slow means moving at low speed (धीमा).
    • liberate means to set free (मुक्त करना).

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remorse – questions

What is the meaning of remorse in Hindi?

remorse means “पश्चाताप” in Hindi. In English: Deep regret or guilt for a wrong committed

What are the synonyms of remorse?

Synonyms of remorse: guilt, regret, repentance, contrition.

What is the opposite of remorse?

Antonyms of remorse: satisfaction, pride.

Has remorse been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – remorse has been asked 4 times in SSC exams: SSC CGL 2022 T-1, SSC GD 2021 T-1, SSC CGL 2020 T-2, SSC CHSL 2019 T-1.

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