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Example Question #91 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
IRRESPONSIBLY
Bravely
Diligently
Industriously
Riskily
Wildly
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 #92 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ENVIOUSLY
Maliciously
Eagerly
Uncomfortably
Suspiciously
Jealously
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
Tenderly
Unethically
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
Magnanimously
Maliciously
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
Boastfully
Emptily
Criminally
Poorly
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 #95 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
KEENLY
Bitterly
Sharply
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
Fashionably
Modestly
Humbly
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 #772 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
BLURRILY
Unclearly
Cheerfully
Merrily
Tepidly
Drunkenly
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
Entirely
Importantly
Minimally
Distinguishably
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
Adventurously
Rapidly
Furiously
Quietly
Cautiously
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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