Meaning: A positive aspect in an otherwise difficult situation.
Hindi: विपत्ति में भी आशा की किरण
Synonyms: bright side, hope, ray of hope, positive aspect
Antonyms: despair, hopelessness
Asked in: SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 · SSC Steno 2023 T-1
silver lining in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 Idioms & Phrases
Select the most appropriate idiom that can substitute the underlined word segment in the given sentence.
I know Covid has made you terribly ill, but the good thing is that you have developed immunity against it for further infections.
(SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 (11-July Shift 2))Answer & explanation
Answer: A) the silver lining in the cloud
Correct Answer: the silver lining in the cloud
Explanation:
The phrase "the silver lining in the cloud" means finding a positive aspect in a bad situation, which fits the context of developing immunity despite being ill.
Let’s evaluate the options:
• the silver lining in the cloud – ✅ Correct; idiom meaning a hopeful or positive side to something negative.
• being in the quicksilver – Incorrect; not a common idiom.
• crossing palms with silver – Incorrect; refers to bribery or corruption.
• the silver spoon – Incorrect; refers to being born into a wealthy family.
So, the correct idiom is the silver lining in the cloud.
Examples
- “Despite the setback, there was a silver lining in the new opportunities it created.”
silver lining – questions
What is the meaning of silver lining in Hindi?
silver lining means “विपत्ति में भी आशा की किरण” in Hindi. In English: A positive aspect in an otherwise difficult situation.
What are the synonyms of silver lining?
Synonyms of silver lining: bright side, hope, ray of hope, positive aspect.
What is the opposite of silver lining?
Antonyms of silver lining: despair, hopelessness.
Has silver lining been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – silver lining has been asked 2 times in SSC exams: SSC CHSL 2024 T-1, SSC Steno 2023 T-1.