Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the synonym of the word in bold letters from the given options.

Despondent

  1. In high spirits

  2. Depressed

  3. Blissful

  4. Encouraged

  5. Illusive
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Despondent means feeling low-spirited, sad, or dejected. Depressed is the correct synonym as it captures this state of unhappiness and loss of hope. The other options (in high spirits, blissful, encouraged) are all antonyms that represent positive emotional states, making them clearly incorrect.

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