Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word/phrase nearest in meaning to the underlined word/phrase in the sentence below.

We were curious as to why the young man was looking so morose.

  1. healthy

  2. gloomy

  3. haggard

  4. cheerful
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Morose means sullen, gloomy, or having a miserable appearance or disposition. Option B 'gloomy' is the correct synonym. Option A 'healthy' is unrelated. Option C 'haggard' means looking exhausted and worn, which is different from morose. Option D 'cheerful' is the opposite.

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