Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the meaning of the keyword from the options given below. Lachrymose

  1. impous

  2. moist

  3. mournful

  4. unimpressive
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Lachrymose comes from Latin 'lacrima' meaning tear, and means tearful, inclined to weep, or mournful/sad. Option B 'moist' is merely the literal translation of 'tear' but misses the emotional connotation. 'Mournful' (C) correctly captures the sadness and weeping aspect.

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