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Example Question #93 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
INTRIGUINGLY
Tenderly
Suddenly
Interestingly
Idly
Unethically
Interestingly
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 #94 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MENACINGLY
Maliciously
Generously
Magnanimously
Threateningly
Chronically
Threateningly
Something "menacing" is threatening or frightening. "Malicious" means spiteful, and "chronic" means persistent or constant. "Magnanimous" and "generous" are synonyms.
Example Question #95 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
VACANTLY
Criminally
Poorly
Boastfully
Emptily
Skeptically
Emptily
"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 #96 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
KEENLY
Sharply
Bitterly
Loudly
Hauntingly
Zealously
Sharply
"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 #771 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
IMMODERATELY
Modestly
Cluelessly
Humbly
Fashionably
Excessively
Excessively
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 #772 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
BLURRILY
Drunkenly
Merrily
Tepidly
Unclearly
Cheerfully
Unclearly
"Blurry" means unclear, indistinct, dim, or hazy. "Tepid" means lukewarm. "Drunken" means inebriated or intoxicated. "Merry" means lively and cheerful.
Example Question #773 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DISTINCTLY
Expensively
Distinguishably
Minimally
Entirely
Importantly
Distinguishably
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 #774 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
LIVIDLY
Quietly
Rapidly
Adventurously
Cautiously
Furiously
Furiously
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 #775 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PUNCTUALLY
Promptly
Lately
Religiously
Tardily
Financially
Promptly
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.
Example Question #776 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
THANKFULLY
Voraciously
Gratefully
Falsely
Hungrily
Bravely
Gratefully
To be "thankful" is to be grateful or express gratitude. "Brave" means courageous, and "false" means untrue. "Voracious" means very hungry, ravenous.
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