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Question

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase in italics.
The party's gathering was thrown into a state of euphoria after the election result was announced.

Options

A)
pleasure
B)
confusion
C)
sadness
D)
excitement

The correct answer is D.

Explanation:

This question is asking you to choose the option that has the closest meaning to the word "euphoria" in the sentence "The party's gathering was thrown into a state of euphoria after the election result was announced." The options are pleasure, confusion, sadness, and excitement.

"Euphoria" means a feeling of great happiness and excitement. So, the option that has the closest meaning to "euphoria" is excitement. Therefore, the correct answer is Option D.

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