SSAT Middle Level Verbal : Synonyms: Adjectives and Adverbs

Study concepts, example questions & explanations for SSAT Middle Level Verbal

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Example Questions

Example Question #491 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

ENVIOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Uncomfortably

Suspiciously

Jealously

Maliciously

Eagerly

Correct answer:

Jealously

Explanation:

"Jealous" and "envious" are synonyms. "Eager" means enthusiastic, and "suspicious" means doubtful or disreputable. "Uncomfortable" and "comfortable" are antonyms. "Malicious" means spiteful or harboring bad, harmful intentions.

Example Question #492 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

INTRIGUINGLY

Possible Answers:

Interestingly

Unethically

Suddenly

Tenderly

Idly

Correct answer:

Interestingly

Explanation:

Something "intriguing" is interesting, curious, or fascinating. "Sudden" means abrupt or unexpected. "Unethical" means immoral. "Tender" means loving or gentle. "Idle" means inactive or unused.

Example Question #493 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

MENACINGLY

Possible Answers:

Chronically

Magnanimously

Maliciously

Generously

Threateningly

Correct answer:

Threateningly

Explanation:

Something "menacing" is threatening or frightening. "Malicious" means spiteful, and "chronic" means persistent or constant. "Magnanimous" and "generous" are synonyms.

Example Question #494 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

VACANTLY

Possible Answers:

Emptily

Skeptically

Poorly

Criminally

Boastfully

Correct answer:

Emptily

Explanation:

"Vacant" means empty, blank, or unoccupied. "Poor" and "rich" are antonyms, as are "criminal" and "lawful." "Skeptical" means doubtful or unconvinced. To be "boastful" is to brag excessively.

Example Question #495 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

KEENLY

Possible Answers:

Loudly

Zealously

Sharply

Bitterly

Hauntingly

Correct answer:

Sharply

Explanation:

"Keen" means sharp or eager, depending on the context. "Zealous" means fervent or fanatical. "Loud" and "quiet" are antonyms, as are "bitter" and "sweet." "Haunting" means moving, touching, or evocative.

Example Question #496 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

IMMODERATELY

Possible Answers:

Cluelessly

Excessively

Humbly

Fashionably

Modestly

Correct answer:

Excessively

Explanation:

An "excessive" amount is too much, an "immoderate" amount. "Humble" means modest, and "fashionable" means stylish. "Clueless" means totally lacking in understanding and in comprehension.

Example Question #497 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

BLURRILY

Possible Answers:

Tepidly

Cheerfully

Merrily

Unclearly

Drunkenly

Correct answer:

Unclearly

Explanation:

"Blurry" means unclear, indistinct, dim, or hazy. "Tepid" means lukewarm. "Drunken" means inebriated or intoxicated. "Merry" means lively and cheerful.

Example Question #498 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

DISTINCTLY

Possible Answers:

Entirely

Expensively

Minimally

Importantly

Distinguishably

Correct answer:

Distinguishably

Explanation:

Something "distinct" is well defined or distinguishable from other things. "Entirely" and "wholly" are synonyms, as are "minimal" and "negligible." "Expensive" means costly. "Important" means significant.

Example Question #499 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

LIVIDLY

Possible Answers:

Adventurously

Quietly

Rapidly

Cautiously

Furiously

Correct answer:

Furiously

Explanation:

To be "livid" is to be furious or enraged. "Quiet" and "noisy" are antonyms, as are "adventurous" and "cautious." "Rapid" means quick or fast.

Example Question #500 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

PUNCTUALLY

Possible Answers:

Lately

Tardily

Financially

Promptly

Religiously

Correct answer:

Promptly

Explanation:

Something "punctual" is prompt or on time. This is an antonym of "tardy," which means late. "Lately," on the other hand, means recently. "Financial" describes things related to money, and "religiously" describes things related to religion.

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