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Example Question #21 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Value, And Rarity
Synonyms: Select the word whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
LUCRATIVE
Profitable
Corny
Remarkable
Desolate
Holy
Profitable
Something that is "lucrative" makes a lot of money, this is the same as saying "profitable." A business that is "profitable" and "lucrative" is a business that makes a lot of money. To provide further help, "desolate" means isolated and without life; "remarkable" means fascinating, interesting; "corny" means cheesy.
Example Question #22 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Value, And Rarity
Synonyms: Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PRODUCTIVE
Forceful
Efficient
Considerate
Remorseful
Untimely
Efficient
"Productive" means efficient. If someone has been "productive" than they have got a large amount of work done. To provide further help, "untimely" means happening at a bad time, happening too soon; "forceful" means done or said with force; "considerate" means kind and thoughtful; "remorseful" means sorry, feeling sorry for having done something wrong.
Example Question #23 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Value, And Rarity
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
FUNDAMENTAL
Remote
Unique
Doubtful
Basic
Complex
Basic
"Fundamental," when used an adjective, most nearly means something that is of basic and of essential importance.
Example Question #24 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Value, And Rarity
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ODD
Common
Usual
Abnormal
Even
Simple
Abnormal
"Odd" and "abnormal" are synonyms. They refer to something or someone that is out of the ordinary. The other words do not share this meaning. "Common" and "usual" are antonyms of "odd."
Example Question #25 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Value, And Rarity
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RARE
Great
Good
Few
A lot
Plenty
Few
"Good" and "great" are closely related, as are "plenty" and "a lot." The word "rare" is closest in meaning to the word "few." "His paintings were considered rare because so few were left after the fire." Process of elimination can help you arrive at the correct answer here.
Example Question #26 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Value, And Rarity
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
WORTHY
Valuable
Worthless
Needy
Useless
Needless
Valuable
The words "worthy" and "valuable" are synonymous; they refer to something that has value. The word "worthless" is an antonym of the words "worthy" and "valuable." "Needless" refers to something that is not necessary. "Needy" refers to someone who demands a lot of attention.
Example Question #27 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Value, And Rarity
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
HARDY
Party
Easy
Forceful
Tough
Correct
Tough
"Hardy" means something is able to withstand difficult conditions. Animals such as the polar bear are hardy because they live in very cold climates. "Tough" means something can withstand difficult conditions or rough handling. A person that is treated poorly but continues to excel might be said to be tough.
"Forceful" means strong or assertive.
Example Question #28 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Value, And Rarity
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PRINCIPAL
Final
Janitor
Friend
Primary
Intermediate
Primary
PRINCIPAL can be used as both a noun and an adjective. When used as a noun, it means most important person in an organization. In this case, you are looking for its meaning as an adjective. As an adjective, PRINCIPAL means first, or primary.
A "janitor" is someone that cleans the inside of buildings.
"Final" means last.
A "friend" is someone you like and spend time with.
"Intermediate" means middle.
Example Question #29 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Value, And Rarity
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters
NOTORIOUS
Unknown
Celebrated
Convoluted
Infamous
Cooperative
Infamous
"Notorious" most nearly means infamous, or to be known in a very negative way. "Infamous" is often incorrectly used in common speech to simply mean something that is well known; however, "infamous" in fact only refers to things regarded as negative. "Celebrated" is a direct antonym for "notorious", as it is an adjective that implies positive feelings. "Unknown" likewise is not a synonym because something that is "notorious" is in fact generally known. "Convoluted" and "cooperative" have no relation to the word "notorious."
Example Question #30 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Value, And Rarity
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
NOURISHING
Dangerous
Determined
Healthy
Famine
Predictable
Healthy
"Nourishing" means containing substances that are helpful for growth and good health, thus "healthy" is the best synonym of "nourishing."
Incorrect Answers:
"Determined" indicates being motivated to do something.
"Predictable" means expected.
"Dangerous" involves some risk.
"Famine" means a severe lack of food.
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