superficial meaning in Hindi

superficial in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC CGL 2025 T-1 Spelling

   Fill in the blank with the correctly spelt word.
   The scholar's interpretation was based on a ________ understanding of the philosophy.

   AsuperficialBsuperfecialCsup u ficialDsuperficiall
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) superficial

   The correct spelling is "superficial" meaning existing only on the surface; not thorough.
   The other three are misspellings.

2. SSC CGL 2020 T-2 One Word Substitution

   Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
   Only on the surface of something

   ASuperficialBSupersedingCSuperlativeDSupercilious
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) Superficial

   ✅ Correct Answer: Option A (Superficial)
   Type: One-Word Substitution
   Only on the surface of something = superficial (सतही/ऊपरी).
   Meanings
   • Superseding – replacing; Superlative – of the highest degree; Supercilious – arrogant.

3. SSC CGL 2023 T-1 Antonyms

   Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.
   His knowledge is superficial in nature.

   AOpposingBArtificialCProfoundDDeviant
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: C) Profound

   Answer: Profound
   Solution:
   • The underlined word superficial means shallow or lacking depth; only on the surface (ऊपरी / सतही).
   • The opposite of superficial is profound, which means deep, thoughtful, or thorough (गंभीर / गहन). ✅
   • Option meanings:
   • Opposing – conflicting or resisting (विरोधी) ❌
   • Artificial – man-made or fake (कृत्रिम) ❌
   • Profound – deep or intense (गंभीर / गहन) ✅
   • Deviant – abnormal or straying from the norm (विचलित / असामान्य) ❌

4. SSC CGL 2022 T-1 Synonyms

   Select the option that is similar in meaning to the underlined word.
   The president's concern for the homeless people was superficial and ended as soon as the media left the event.

   AShallowBDerogatoryCRegardlessDInsubstantial
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) Shallow

   Answer: Shallow
   Explanation:
   • The underlined word superficial means surface-level, not deep (उथला).
   • Shallow similarly means not deep (उथला), making it the perfect match.
   • Other options don’t fit:
   • Derogatory – insulting (अपमानजनक)
   • Regardless – without consideration (बिना परवाह)
   • Insubstantial – lacking substance (अस्थायी)

Examples

• “His knowledge of the subject was only superficial.”

superficial – questions

What is the meaning of superficial in Hindi?

superficial means “सतही” in Hindi. In English: Existing or occurring at or on the surface, not deep or thorough

What are the synonyms of superficial?

Synonyms of superficial: shallow, cursory, surface-level, skin-deep.

What is the opposite of superficial?

Antonyms of superficial: deep, thorough.

Has superficial been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – superficial has been asked 5 times in SSC exams: SSC CGL 2025 T-1, SSC CGL 2023 T-1, SSC CGL 2022 T-1, SSC CGL 2020 T-2, SSC Steno 2020 T-1.

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