Question

question 5
the article states:
what about the blissful sensation people get when eating
their favorite sugary treats? this pleasurable feeling stems
largely from dopamine. its a neurotransmitter linked to
reward and motivation.
which is the closest antonym for the word blissful?

a. joyful

b. relaxed

c. miserable

d. shocking

Explanation:

To find the antonym of "blissful" (meaning extremely happy or joyful), we analyze each option:

• Option A: "joyful" has a similar meaning to "blissful", so it's a synonym, not an antonym.
• Option B: "relaxed" refers to a state of being free from tension, not the opposite of "blissful".
• Option C: "miserable" means very unhappy, which is the opposite of "blissful".
• Option D: "shocking" means causing surprise or dismay, not related to the opposite of "blissful".

Answer:

C. miserable