Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word or phrase which is nearest in meaning to the stem word.

PENSIVE

  1. habitually tardy

  2. confident

  3. given to quiet reflection

  4. affectionate

  5. affordable
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Pend/pens = load: Puytting load on one’s mind Other words: Pendent, pendulum, suspend, expenditure. Someone who is pensive is generally in a quiet and reflective mood as it expresses thoughtfulness, usually marked by some sadness. Hence, option 3 is correct.  

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