Question

Find the synonym of the underlined word.
The play was so hilarious that it set all of us to laugh.

a. Melancholy
b. Solemn
c. Mournful
d. Hideous
e. Laughable

Answer 1

Hint: Words or phrases that have the same or nearly the same meaning as another word or phrase are called synonyms.

Complete step-by-step answer:

As we have to find the synonym of the underlined word hilarious, we have to first find the meaning of it. So, the word hilarious means extremely funny, which causes a lot of laughter. The correct synonym for this word is in the option [e] laughable. The word laughable also means which makes one laugh a lot or the sound of laughter. As the option [d] has a similar meaning to the underlined word, it is the correct option. The words hilarious and laughable are the synonyms of each other.
The meaning of the word given in the option [a] melancholy means sadness which lasts for a longer time.
The meaning of the word given in the option [b] solemn means serious.
The meaning of the word given in the option [c] mournful means very sad.
The meaning of the given word in the option [d] hideous means extremely ugly or bad.
The given words in the options [a], [b], [c], and [d] are incorrect because they do not denote similar meanings of the underlined word and are not the appropriate synonyms.

Note: It is important to know that synonyms help us to fine-tune our communications. Recognizing the different connotations of synonyms will help you find the right word and you will not end up making any grammatical mistakes.