Meaning: an inclination to behave or act in a particular way
Hindi: प्रवृत्ति
Synonyms: inclination, propensity, disposition, leaning, proclivity
Antonyms: aversion, disinclination
Asked in: SSC CGL 2024 T-1 · SSC MTS 2024
tendency in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC CGL 2024 T-1 Synonyms
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
TendencyAnswer & explanation
Answer: C) Proneness
Correct Answer: Proneness
Explanation:
The word "tendency" refers to a natural inclination or habit of behaving in a certain way. The correct synonym is "proneness", which means a likelihood or predisposition toward something.
Other Options:
• "Aversion" –it means a strong dislike or unwillingness, which is the opposite of tendency.
• "Distaste" –it means a feeling of dislike or disapproval, which does not match the meaning of tendency.
• "Decoy" –it refers to a lure or trap to mislead someone, which is unrelated to tendency. - SSC MTS 2024 Spelling
Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word..
Answer & explanation
Answer: A) tendancy
Answer: tendancy
Explanation:
The correct spelling is "tendency" (with an "e" instead of the first "a").
• Tendency means a habitual inclination or likelihood.
(Hindi: प्रवृत्ति) – ✅ Correct spelling
Other words are correctly spelt:
• Separate – अलग करना
• Resistance – विरोध
• Weather – मौसम
So, the incorrectly spelt word is "tendancy."
Examples
- “He has a tendency to procrastinate on important tasks.”
tendency – questions
What is the meaning of tendency in Hindi?
tendency means “प्रवृत्ति” in Hindi. In English: an inclination to behave or act in a particular way
What are the synonyms of tendency?
Synonyms of tendency: inclination, propensity, disposition, leaning, proclivity.
What is the opposite of tendency?
Antonyms of tendency: aversion, disinclination.
Has tendency been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – tendency has been asked 2 times in SSC exams: SSC CGL 2024 T-1, SSC MTS 2024.