SSAT Middle Level Verbal : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #91 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

IRRESPONSIBLY

Possible Answers:

Bravely

Diligently

Industriously

Riskily

Wildly

Correct answer:

Riskily

Explanation:

To be "risky" is to be dangerous and irresponsible. "Diligent" means hardworking and industrious. "Brave" and "courageous" are synonyms. While someone being irresponsible may also be wild, the two are not necessarily synonyms.

Example Question #92 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

ENVIOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Maliciously

Eagerly

Uncomfortably

Suspiciously

Jealously

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 #92 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

INTRIGUINGLY

Possible Answers:

Tenderly

Unethically

Idly

Suddenly

Interestingly

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 #93 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

MENACINGLY

Possible Answers:

Magnanimously

Maliciously

Chronically

Threateningly

Generously

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 #94 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

VACANTLY

Possible Answers:

Boastfully

Emptily

Criminally

Poorly

Skeptically

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 #95 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

KEENLY

Possible Answers:

Bitterly

Sharply

Loudly

Hauntingly

Zealously

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 #771 : Identifying Synonyms

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

IMMODERATELY

Possible Answers:

Fashionably

Modestly

Humbly

Excessively

Cluelessly

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 #772 : Identifying Synonyms

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

BLURRILY

Possible Answers:

Unclearly

Cheerfully

Merrily

Tepidly

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 #773 : Identifying Synonyms

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

DISTINCTLY

Possible Answers:

Expensively

Entirely

Importantly

Minimally

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 #774 : Identifying Synonyms

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

LIVIDLY

Possible Answers:

Adventurously

Rapidly

Furiously

Quietly

Cautiously

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.

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