Correct Answer:
C. Gloomy: Morose
This question tests your understanding of synonyms and antonyms. You need to identify the pair where both words have similar meanings.
- Option C: Gloomy: Morose is correct because both 'gloomy' and 'morose' describe a state of being sad, sullen, or depressed. They are synonyms.
- Option A: Trepidation: Confident is incorrect. 'Trepidation' means a feeling of fear or anxiety, while 'confident' means feeling self-assured. These are antonyms.
- Option B: Impecunious: Penny is incorrect. 'Impecunious' means having little or no money. While related to money, 'penny' is a unit of currency, not a synonym for the state of being impecunious.
- Option D: Fragile: Rock is incorrect. 'Fragile' means easily broken, whereas a 'rock' is typically hard and durable. These words represent opposite qualities.