Select the most appropriate meaning of the idiom given in bold in the following sentence.
At supper, everyone was in high spirits.

Correct option is A

Option (a) is the correct meaning of the given idiom.
In high spirits means cheerful.
Meaning: In informal English, when someone is described as being “in high spirits,” it may imply cheerful, but if the context implies erratic behavior, “drunk” fits.
Example: After the party, he seemed a bit too jolly – clearly, he was drunk.
Other related idioms:
· Three sheets to the wind – extremely drunk.
· Hit the bottle – to drink alcohol frequently.
· Under the influence – intoxicated.