Multiple choice

Directions: In the given sentence, choose the word/phrase nearest in meaning to the underlined part.

The decision to drop the atom bomb on Hiroshima was a grave one.

  1. serious

  2. momentous

  3. instinctive

  4. impulsive
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Grave means giving cause for alarm; serious.

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