Multiple choice

Directions: Against each key word are given five suggested meanings. Choose the word or phrase which is the same in meaning to the key word.

Buoyant

  1. hopeless

  2. hopeful

  3. lifeless

  4. depressed

  5. gloomy
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Buoyant primarily means able to float, but figuratively means cheerful and optimistic. While the word's literal sense relates to floating, "hopeful" captures the figurative meaning of being optimistic.

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