Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word in the given sentence.
I could not sleep because I was too eager, so I got up early and dressed.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The most appropriate synonym of the underlined word in the given sentence is **option 4: ** exhilarated.
- Eager means "having a strong desire or interest."
- Exhilarated means "feeling very excited and happy."
The word "exhilarated" is more appropriate in this context because it suggests that the speaker is feeling a strong sense of excitement and happiness.
The other options are not synonyms of "eager."
- Apathetic means "showing or feeling no interest or enthusiasm."
- Tensed means "feeling nervous or anxious."
- Satisfied means "feeling content or contented."