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Example Question #93 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
PRECOCIOUS
Talkative
Gifted
Penitent
Forgiving
Wizened
Gifted
The word "precocious" is used to describe someone who is very young, gifted and talented. So, "gifted" is the correct answer. To help you, "wizened" means old and wrinkly, and "penitent" means sorry for having done wrong and seeking forgiveness.
Example Question #95 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
INEPT
Accord
Akin
Variegated
Incompetent
Desperate
Incompetent
"Inept" means lacking skill, so "incompetent" is the best correct answer. To help you, "akin" means similar to, "accord" means agreement, "desperate" means overwhelmed with urgency and anxiety, and "variegated" means diverse, showing many different colors.
Example Question #96 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
OBNOXIOUS
Stupid
Annoying
Obsolete
Cruel
Mean
Annoying
"Obnoxious" means annoying or irritating, so "annoying" is the correct answer.
Example Question #97 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
DISTINGUISHED
Divisive
Different
Unique
Attractive
Renowned
Renowned
"Distinguished" means commanding respect or authority, which is also the definition of "renowned." So, "renowned" is the synonym.
Example Question #98 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
INTREPID
Fearless
Judicial
Neutral
Neglectful
Coy
Fearless
"Intrepid" means fearless or unafraid, so "fearless" is the correct answer. "Coy" means shy or modest in a flirtatious way. "Judicial" means related to a judge, court, or law. "Neglectful" means not careful or attentive. "Neutral" means impartial or not taking sides.
Example Question #99 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
UNCOUTH
Uncovered
Barbaric
Disproved
Unraveled
Barbaric
"Uncouth" means uncivilized. The best choice is "barbaric," which means primitive and not at all sophisticated. Considering the other choices, "unraveled" refers to string or yarn that was once stored in a ball and means came undone from being in a ball of string-like material into disorganized loose string-like material, "disproved" means found to be untrue, and "uncovered" means revealed.
Example Question #101 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PROFICIENT
Lucid
Competent
Cautious
Reliable
Flimsy
Competent
"Proficient" means skilled or competent, so "competent" is the correct answer. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "proficient": "flimsy" means fragile and easily broken; "reliable" means dependable; "lucid" means clearly explained; and "cautious" means careful and risk-averse.
Example Question #102 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
INDOLENT
Lethargic
Gay
Alert
Spry
Vivacious
Lethargic
"Indolent" means tending to avoid exertion, and "lethargic" means lacking energy or sluggish. These two similar definitions make the words synonyms.
Example Question #103 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DILIGENT
Praiseworthy
Perilous
Considerate
Lucid
Attentive
Attentive
"Diligent" is an adjective that means putting forth constant effort to accomplish something or persistent. The best choice is "attentive" because it has a similar meaning—putting much effort into caring for something or someone. Considering the other choices, "praiseworthy" means deserving praise, "lucid" means easily understood, "considerate" means thinking of others' feelings, and "perilous" means dangerous.
Example Question #104 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SUBMISSIVE
Meager
Remote
Docile
Stingy
Combative
Docile
"Submissive" means docile or obedient to others, so "docile" is the correct answer. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "submissive": "combative" means aggressive and inclined to fight; "meager" means inadequate or insufficient; "remote" means at a great distance or away from the cities or populated areas; and "stingy" means cheap or not inclined to spend money.
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