English Grammar - Synonyms and Antonyms

English Grammar
English Grammar - Synonyms and Antonyms

Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word: Lachrymose


Options:

  1. Tearful
  2. Mournful
  3. Weepy
  4. Jovial

Right Answer: Jovial

'Lachrymose' means tending to cry easily or expressing sadness and sorrow, often in a tearful manner. Words like 'Tearful', 'Mournful', and 'Weepy' are all synonyms of Lachrymose, as they also convey sadness or a tendency to cry, so they cannot be antonyms. 'Jovial' means cheerful, friendly, and full of good humour, which is the direct opposite of a sorrowful or tearful disposition. Since an antonym must express the opposite meaning, 'Jovial' correctly represents the contrasting emotional state to Lachrymose. Therefore, the correct answer is option 4.

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