Asked in: SSC Steno 2026 T-1 · SSC MTS 2024
restraint in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC MTS 2024 Synonyms
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
RestraintAnswer & explanation
Answer: B) Self-control
Correct answer: Self-control
Explanation:
• Restraint means the ability to control one's actions, feelings, or emotions, especially in difficult situations.
• Let’s evaluate the options:
• Self-esteem – confidence in one's own worth → ❌ not related to control.
• Self-control – the ability to regulate behaviour and impulses → ✅ Synonym of restraint.
• Self-appraisal – evaluating oneself → ❌ about assessment, not control.
• Self-acceptance – accepting oneself as is → ❌ unrelated to control or restraint.
✅ Self-control best matches the meaning of restraint. - SSC Steno 2026 T-1 Homonyms & Homophones
Which of the following options is NOT one of the meanings of the homonym 'restraint'?
Answer & explanation
Answer: B) An extremely stressful situation
Meaning: restraint = holding back — a check, a holding device, or self-control *(संयम, रोक, नियंत्रण)*.
Every sense of the word carries the idea of holding something back.
An extremely stressful situation *(अत्यंत तनावपूर्ण स्थिति)* has no such idea; that is strain or stress *(तनाव, दबाव)*, a sound-alike.
Why the others are fine.
• A measure that keeps someone under control *(नियंत्रण का उपाय)* — "the police showed restraint" uses this sense.
• A device used to limit movement *(गति रोकने वाला उपकरण)* — a seat belt is a physical restraint.
• The ability to control one's own emotions *(आत्मसंयम)* — "he spoke with restraint".
Word help.
homonym = a word with more than one meaning or a word that
restraint – questions
Has restraint been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – restraint has been asked 2 times in SSC exams: SSC Steno 2026 T-1, SSC MTS 2024.