In the question below choose the option nearest in meaning to the word(s) or phrase(s) Underlined:
The president made a passionate appeal for calm
A
inflamed
B
disturbing
C
intense
D
lively
Verified Correct Answer: C.
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
Passionate means having, showing, or caused by strong feelings or beliefs
synonymes; intense, fervent, fervid, zealous, vehement, fiery, heated, feverish, emotional, heartfelt, eager, excited
Intense means something that is of extreme force, degree, or strength.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #5892)