Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

One Word

Question:

From the options given below, choose the correct explanation of the expression:

"Beaming with"

Options:

Switching on the electric bulbs

Being very happy and cheerful

Being very boastful

Turning out with a polished and shinny face.

Correct Answer:

Being very happy and cheerful

Explanation:

The correct explanation of the expression "beaming with" is option 2: being very happy and cheerful. It means to be smiling broadly and showing a lot of happiness. The word "beam" comes from the verb "beam", which means to emit rays of light. So, when someone is beaming, they are literally emitting rays of happiness.