Meaning: Feeling slightly ill or unwell.
Hindi: थोड़ा अस्वस्थ
Synonyms: unwell, sick, ailing
Antonyms: healthy, fit
Asked in: SSC MTS 2025 · SSC CPO 2024 T-1 · SSC Steno 2024 T-1 · SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 · SSC MTS 2024 · SSC Steno 2023 T-1 · SSC CPO 2022 T-1 · SSC Selection Post Ph-10 2022 ML · SSC CHSL 2021 T-1 · SSC GD 2021 T-1 · SSC Steno 2020 T-1 · SSC CHSL 2019 T-1
under the weather in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC CPO 2024 T-1 Idioms & Phrases
Select the most appropriate idiom that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
Reena decided not to go to work today because she was feeling sick.Answer & explanation
Answer: C) under the weather
The most appropriate idiom to substitute "feeling sick" in the given sentence is:
"under the weather."
Explanation:
• "Under the weather" is a commonly used idiom to describe someone who is feeling unwell or sick. - SSC CPO 2024 T-1 Idioms & Phrases
Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom in the given sentence.
She’s feeling under the weather today.Answer & explanation
Answer: B) She’s not feeling well or is a bit sick.
The most appropriate meaning of the idiom "under the weather" in the given sentence is:
She’s not feeling well or is a bit sick.
The idiom "under the weather" means feeling unwell or sick, often in a mild way.
The other options do not match the meaning of the idiom:
• "She’s feeling happy and energetic" is the opposite of "under the weather."
• "She’s feeling adventurous and ready for a challenge" is unrelated to being sick.
• "She’s feeling worried about something" is not the meaning of the idiom.
Thus, the correct answer is "She’s not feeling well or is a bit sick." - SSC Steno 2024 T-1 Idioms & Phrases
Identify the meaning of the idiom used in the following sentence.
I am feeling a bit under the weather.Answer & explanation
Answer: C) feeling slightly ill
Correct Answer: Feeling slightly ill
Explanation:
The idiom "under the weather" means to feel unwell or slightly ill. It is often used to describe a mild illness or not feeling well. - SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 Idioms & Phrases
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Under the weather
(SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 (09-July Shift 2))Answer & explanation
Answer: D) To feel unwell
Correct Answer: To feel unwell
Explanation:
The idiom "under the weather" means feeling sick or unwell, especially due to minor illnesses like colds or fatigue.
For example:
"I didn’t go to work today because I was feeling under the weather."
→ This means the person was not feeling well.
Other options are unrelated to the idiom’s actual meaning. - SSC MTS 2024 Idioms & Phrases
Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
Sree did not go to work today, as she was feeling a bit under the weather.Answer & explanation
Answer: D) feeling ill
Correct Answer: feeling ill
Explanation:
The idiom "under the weather" means feeling unwell or slightly sick (थोड़ा बीमार महसूस करना).
So, the most appropriate substitution is "feeling ill".
feeling nervous – anxious or worried (चिंतित)
feeling excited – very happy or thrilled (उत्साहित)
feeling tired – low energy but not necessarily sick (थका हुआ)
Only feeling ill correctly conveys the meaning of "under the weather." - SSC MTS 2024 Idioms & Phrases
Select the most appropriate phrase to replace the underlined word.
She is feelingunwell today, so she will not be going to work.Answer & explanation
Answer: C) under the weather
Answer: under the weather
Explanation:
The phrase "under the weather" means feeling sick or unwell (बीमार महसूस करना).
• Face like thunder means looking very angry (गुस्से से भरा चेहरा).
• Chase rainbows means to pursue unrealistic goals (असंभव चीजों का पीछा करना).
• Head in the clouds means being daydreamy or not paying attention (ध्यान भटकना).
So, "under the weather" is the correct phrase to replace "unwell."
Examples
- “I'm feeling a bit under the weather today.”
under the weather – questions
What is the meaning of under the weather in Hindi?
under the weather means “थोड़ा अस्वस्थ” in Hindi. In English: Feeling slightly ill or unwell.
What are the synonyms of under the weather?
Synonyms of under the weather: unwell, sick, ailing.
What is the opposite of under the weather?
Antonyms of under the weather: healthy, fit.
Has under the weather been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – under the weather has been asked 15 times in SSC exams: SSC MTS 2025, SSC CPO 2024 T-1, SSC Steno 2024 T-1, SSC CHSL 2024 T-1, SSC MTS 2024, SSC Steno 2023 T-1, SSC CPO 2022 T-1, SSC Selection Post Ph-10 2022 ML and more.