Question : Directions: Three of the following four words are alike in a certain way and one is different. Select the odd word.
Option 1: Sad
Option 2: Desolate
Option 3: Morose
Option 4: Mirth
Correct Answer: Mirth
Solution :
Let's check each option –
First option:
Sad; Feeling or showing sorrow; unhappy.
Second option:
Desolate; Feeling or showing great unhappiness or loneliness.
Third option:
Morose; Sullen and ill-tempered.
Fourth option:
Mirth; Amusement, especially as expressed in laughter.
Therefore, only the fourth option is different from others as it is an antonym for words given other options. Hence, the fourth option is correct.