Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
MOROSE
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Jovial.
The correct antonym of "morose" is: Jovial. Morose means gloomy, sullen, or ill-tempered. Jovial means cheerful and good-humored, which is the opposite of being morose.
The other options are not direct antonyms of "morose":
Practical refers to being sensible or realistic, not emotional in nature.
Dramatic refers to exaggerated behavior, which doesn’t counter gloominess.
Hurried refers to speed or urgency, which is unrelated to a person’s mood or temperament.