Question

Against the given word, there are some alternatives, one of which is either similar in meaning (synonym) or opposite in meaning (antonym) to the word. Find out which of the given alternatives is either a synonym or an antonym of the word.
LACHRYMOSE
a. Impious
b. Mournful
c. Unimpressive
d. Moist

Answer 1

Hint: The meaning of the given word, lachrymose, is someone who is given to tears or weeping or tending to cause tears.

Complete answer:
In the given question we have been given a word and we need to choose an option that is either its synonym or the antonym
Lachrymose refers to someone who is tearful or given to tears. It is also used to refer to something that induces tears.
Now, let us take a look at the meanings of the given words.
- Option ‘A’, impious, refers to someone who does not have respect for God or religion.
- Option ‘B’, mournful, refers to the feeling of or something that induces sadness, regret or grief.
- Option ‘C’, unimpressive, refers to something that does not evoke any admiration or respect.
- Option ‘D’, moist, refers to something that is slightly wet.
From the above options we can see that there is no antonym for the given word as there is no word that represents the exact opposite meaning.
So, let us look at synonyms. Options ‘A’ and ‘D’ are incorrect as these words have no relation to the given word.
Options ‘B’ and ‘D’ are related, but while ‘B’ is specific to crying, ‘D’ can mean crying or just the state of being wet.

> Hence, the correct synonym for the given word is option ‘B’, mournful.

Note: If you are confused with the meanings, use elimination method to narrow down the choices that you have available to you.