Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Crocodile tears

False tears

The most appropriate meaning of the given idiom "crocodile tears" is false tears.

This idiom is used to describe tears that are not genuine or sincere. It is often used to describe someone who is crying for show, or who is trying to manipulate someone by pretending to be sad.

The idiom is thought to have originated from the belief that crocodiles shed tears while eating their prey. This belief is likely based on the fact that crocodiles do sometimes produce tears, but these tears are not actually related to sadness.

For example, you might say "He was crying crocodile tears when he told me he was sorry." This means that you do not believe that he was actually sorry, and that he was just crying to make you feel sorry for him.

The other options are not as accurate descriptions of the meaning of the idiom.

• Hopeless situation: This idiom is more accurately described as "a no-win situation."
• Totally different: This idiom is more accurately described as "poles apart."
• Of less worth: This idiom is more accurately described as "of little value."