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
- SSC CGL 2020 T-2 Antonyms
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
RemorseAnswer & 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. - 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 guiltAnswer & 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. - SSC CGL 2022 T-1 Synonyms
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
RemorseAnswer & 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).
Examples
- “He felt great remorse after hurting his friend.”
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.