Question

Choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the italicized bold part of the sentence:
The prince fell in love with a comely young maiden.

• A. elegant
• B. homely
• C. pretty
• D. delightful

Answer 1

The correct option is C pretty

Option C: 'Comely' means 'pleasant to look at, attractive'.

'Pretty' means 'attractive in a delicate way'.

This word means the same as the given italicized word. Hence option C is correct.

Option A: 'Elegant' means 'graceful and stylish in appearance and manner'.

Option B: 'Homely' means 'simple but cosy and comfortable'.

Option D: 'Delightful' means 'very pleasant and charming'.

These words do not mean the same as the given word 'comely'.

So, options A, B and D are wrong.