lugubrious​ tones1 pointA. contemplativeB. funerealC. joyousD. mellifluousE. sad

The word "lugubrious" is an adjective that describes something that is full of sadness or sorrow, very sad especially in an exaggerated or insincere way.

Looking at the options:

A. Contemplative - This means thoughtful, which doesn't necessarily imply sadness. B. Funereal - This means related to a funeral, which could imply sadness, but is more specific to death. C. Joyous - This means full of happiness and joy, which is the opposite of lugubrious. D. Mellifluous - This means having a smooth, flowing sound, which doesn't necessarily imply sadness. E. Sad - This means feeling or showing sorrow, which is a synonym for lugubrious.

So, the best answer is E. Sad.