Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word.

Marcella seemed morose and downcast when she refused to have dinner.

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SSC CGL 2022 Tier-I Official Paper (Held On : 13 Dec 2022 Shift 1)

Answer 1

The correct answer is 'Gloomy'.

Key Points

The most appropriate synonym of the underlined word 'Morose' is 'Gloomy'.
Morose: "Morose" is an adjective that describes a person who is sullen, sad, and not cheerful. In Hindi, it can be translated as "उदास" or "अवसादी".
- Example: The team was in a morose mood after losing the championship game.
Gloomy: The word "gloomy" means dark, dim, or depressing. In Hindi, it can be translated as "उदास" or "अंधेरा".
- Example: Sarah's face looked gloomy and sad when she heard the bad news about her grandfather.

Correct Answer: Gloomy.

Additional Information

Let's look at the meaning of other words:
- "Jocund" - This means cheerful or merry. In Hindi, it can be translated as "खुशमिजाज" or "प्रफुल्लित".
- "Excited" - This means feeling or showing enthusiasm or eagerness. In Hindi, it can be translated as "उत्साहित" or "उत्कंठित".
- "Liberal" - This means open to new behavior or opinions and willing to discard traditional values. In Hindi, it can be translated as "उदार" or "आजाद-ख्याली".