Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

MOROSE

Sullen

The most appropriate synonym of the word "morose" is sullen. Morose means having a gloomy or sullen mood. Sullen means showing ill humor or discontent; gloomy and ill-tempered. The other options are not as appropriate synonyms for morose.

• Optimistic means hopeful and confident about the future.
• Friendly means kind and approachable.
• Cheerful means happy and full of energy.