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Question : Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word.

Marcella seemed morose and downcast when she refused to have dinner.

Option 1: Jocund

Option 2: Excited

Option 3: Gloomy

Option 4: Liberal


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Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: Gloomy


Solution : The correct choice is the third option.

Explanation :
Morose describes someone who is sullen, gloomy, or in a melancholic state, which aligns with the context of Marcella appearing downcast when refusing to have dinner. Gloomy captures the sense of sadness or low spirits that the word morose implies.

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

  • Jocund means cheerful or merry, the opposite of morose.
  • Excited refers to being enthusiastic or eager.
  • Liberal pertains to being open-minded or generous in giving.

Therefore, the right answer is gloomy.

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