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Example Question #490 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
IRRESPONSIBLY
Wildly
Diligently
Bravely
Riskily
Industriously
Riskily
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 #91 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ENVIOUSLY
Suspiciously
Eagerly
Jealously
Maliciously
Uncomfortably
Jealously
"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
Unethically
Tenderly
Idly
Suddenly
Interestingly
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 #93 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MENACINGLY
Maliciously
Magnanimously
Chronically
Threateningly
Generously
Threateningly
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
Criminally
Poorly
Boastfully
Skeptically
Emptily
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 #95 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
KEENLY
Zealously
Loudly
Sharply
Hauntingly
Bitterly
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 #96 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
IMMODERATELY
Modestly
Humbly
Fashionably
Excessively
Cluelessly
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 #97 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
BLURRILY
Cheerfully
Drunkenly
Tepidly
Unclearly
Merrily
Unclearly
"Blurry" means unclear, indistinct, dim, or hazy. "Tepid" means lukewarm. "Drunken" means inebriated or intoxicated. "Merry" means lively and cheerful.
Example Question #98 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DISTINCTLY
Distinguishably
Entirely
Minimally
Importantly
Expensively
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 #99 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
LIVIDLY
Adventurously
Quietly
Furiously
Cautiously
Rapidly
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.
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