Meaning: To extend or pull something to its full length
Hindi: खींचना, फैलाना
Synonyms: extend, elongate, expand, widen
Antonyms: shrink, contract, compress
Asked in: SSC Steno 2024 T-1 · SSC CGL 2021 T-1 · SSC CHSL 2020 T-1 · SSC CGL 2019 T-2
stretch in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC Steno 2024 T-1 Antonyms
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
StretchAnswer & explanation
Answer: A) Lessen
Correct Answer: Lessen
Explanation: "Stretch" refers to making something longer or larger, and "lessen" means to reduce or make something smaller, which is the opposite. - SSC CGL 2019 T-2 Spelling
Select the misspelt word.
Answer & explanation
Answer: A) strech
✅ Correct Answer: Option A (strech)
Type: Spelling
The misspelt word is "strech". Correct spelling: stretch (to extend – खींचना/फैलाना).
Tip
Ends in -tch: stre‑tch. - SSC CGL 2021 T-1 Antonyms
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
ConstrictAnswer & explanation
Answer: D) Stretch
Explanation:
Correct Answer: Stretch
• Constrict means to make something narrower or tighter (सिकोड़ना / संकुचित करना).
• Stretch means to make something wider or longer by pulling (खींचकर फैलाना / फैलाना).
• So, they are direct opposites — one tightens, the other expands.
❌ Explanation of Other Options:
• Cramp
• Meaning: To cause tightness or restriction (ऐंठन या संकुचन पैदा करना).
• ❌ This is a synonym, not an antonym.
• Choke
• Meaning: To block or restrict breathing or flow (घोंटना / अवरुद्ध करना).
• ❌ Similar in meaning — also about tightening or restricting.
• Smite
• Meaning: To strike hard or hit with force (जोर से मारना).
• ❌ Unrelated to the idea of tightening or loosening — not a
Examples
- “She stretched her arms after waking up.”
stretch – questions
What is the meaning of stretch in Hindi?
stretch means “खींचना, फैलाना” in Hindi. In English: To extend or pull something to its full length
What are the synonyms of stretch?
Synonyms of stretch: extend, elongate, expand, widen.
What is the opposite of stretch?
Antonyms of stretch: shrink, contract, compress.
Has stretch been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – stretch has been asked 4 times in SSC exams: SSC Steno 2024 T-1, SSC CGL 2021 T-1, SSC CHSL 2020 T-1, SSC CGL 2019 T-2.