Choose the lettered word or phrase that is most nearly opposite in meaning to the word in capital letters.GLOOMY:
Correct answer: B. Bright
- A. Dark
- B. Bright
- C. Unexciting
- D. Faint
Explanation
"Gloomy" refers to a state or atmosphere that isdim, dark, or lacking in light. It often implies a feeling of sadness,melancholy, or a general lack of hope or optimism. Dark means with little or no light which is very similar. Bright means giving out or reflecting much light; shining, so the total opposite. Unexciting means not exciting; dull, which is a bit similar. Faint means of sight, smell, or sound) barely perceptible which is similar to gloomy as well. So option B is the answer as bright has the opposite meaning of gloomy.
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