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'Mellifluous' means:

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Sweet-sounding
  2. Cacophonic
  3. Loud
  4. Irritating

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Sweet-sounding

Explanation: The word ‘Mellifluous’ comes from Latin ‘mel’ (honey) + ‘fluere’ (to flow), meaning pleasantly smooth and sweet-sounding. Sweet-sounding ✅: Correct, as it directly matches the meaning. Cacophonic ❌: means harsh or jarring sound, opposite of mellifluous. Loud ❌: only indicates volume, not sweetness. Irritating ❌: unpleasant, not related to smooth sound. ✅ Correct Answer: Sweet-sounding.