Select the most appropriate synonym of the word given in brackets to fill in the blank.
In the absence of her parents, the little girl felt ________ (lonely).
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Alone
Given word: Lonely
Meaning: Feeling sad because of being without company or isolated.
Example: He felt lonely after moving to a new city.
Synonym: Alone
Meaning: Without anyone else; isolated or solitary.
Example: The child stayed alone in the room while her parents were away.
Meaning of the other words:
- Crowded – full of people or things
- Collectively – as a group
- Sociable – enjoying the company of others
Hence, the chosen option will be correct.