SSAT Middle Level Verbal : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #41 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

EXCEPTIONALLY

Possible Answers:

Subtly

Outstandingly

Commonly

Judiciously

Futilely

Correct answer:

Outstandingly

Explanation:

Something "exceptional" can be unusual or uncommon, but the word can also mean excellent and outstanding. "Commonly" and "exceptionally" are antonyms. Someone "judicious" shows good judgment, and something "futile" is pointless, fruitless. "Subtle" means so faint as to be barely perceptible.

Example Question #42 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

SCORNFULLY

Possible Answers:

Mournfully

Contemptuously

Knowingly

Objectively

Rationally

Correct answer:

Contemptuously

Explanation:

"Scorn" and "contempt" both describe hatred for someone or something (often something that's perceived to be worthless). "Objectively" and "subjectively" are synonyms, as are "rationally" and "irrationally." "Knowingly" can mean deliberately or it can mean in a manner that indicates secret knowledge and understanding. "Mournfully" means sadly.

Example Question #43 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

UNSETTLINGLY

Possible Answers:

Squalidly

Annoyingly

Swiftly

Eagerly

Worryingly

Correct answer:

Worryingly

Explanation:

Something "unsettling" is upsetting, disturbing, or worrying. "Eagerly" means enthusiastically, and "squalid" means very dirty. "Annoyingly" and "irritatingly" are synonyms. "Swiftly" means rapidly.

Example Question #44 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

HANDSOMELY

Possible Answers:

Beautifully

Amply

Vigilantly

Gloriously

Superbly

Correct answer:

Amply

Explanation:

While "handsome" often means physically attractive, it is not the same as "beautiful." "Handsomely" has the additional meaning of amply or liberally, as in, “The woman was paid handsomely for her work.” "Glorious," "superb," and "wonderful" are synonyms, and "vigilantly" means watchfully.

Example Question #45 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

BODILY

Possible Answers:

Mentally

Inquisitively

Epically

Graphically

Physiologically

Correct answer:

Physiologically

Explanation:

"Physiology" is the study of living organisms and their bodies. "Graphically" means vividly (often too much so), and "inquisitively" means curiously. "Epically" means of epic, grand, or monumental proportions.

Example Question #46 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

VIOLENTLY

Possible Answers:

Peacefully

Unexpectedly

Aggressively

Vibrantly

Qualitatively

Correct answer:

Aggressively

Explanation:

"Violence" and "aggression" both involve the inappropriate use of excessive physical force and are antonyms of peacefully. "Vibrant" can mean bright and vivid or full of energy and life. "Unexpectedly" and "expectedly" are antonyms, as are "qualitatively" and "quantitatively."

Example Question #47 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

HUMOROUSLY

Possible Answers:

Quietly

Superbly

Oddly

Rarely

Funnily

Correct answer:

Funnily

Explanation:

Something "humorous" is funny, full of humor. "Odd" means unusual or strange, and "superb" means excellent. "Quietly" means softly. "Rarely" means infrequently, only happening on occasion.

Example Question #48 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

CHILDISHLY

Possible Answers:

Worryingly

Predictably

Domestically

Ignorantly

Immaturely

Correct answer:

Immaturely

Explanation:

Someone who acts "childishly" acts immaturely. Something "predictable" is foreseeable, able to be predicted. "Domestic" and "foreign" are antonyms, as are "worryingly" and "reassuringly." And, while childish people may be ignorant, the two are not exactly synonyms; "ignorance" refers to a lack of knowledge, understanding, or comprehension.

Example Question #49 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

NASTILY

Possible Answers:

Disguisedly

Deliberately

Disgustingly

Purportedly

Wordily

Correct answer:

Disgustingly

Explanation:

"Nasty" and "disgusting" both mean unpleasant, sickening to the senses. To be "disguised" is to conceal one's identity by adopting a different appearance. Something that is "wordy" uses too many words. "Deliberately" means intentionally. "Purportedly" and "supposedly" are synonyms.

Example Question #50 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

SAVAGELY

Possible Answers:

Furtively

Brightly

Elusively

Wildly

Exclusively

Correct answer:

Wildly

Explanation:

"Savage" and "wild" are synonyms, as are furtive and secretive. Something "elusive" is difficult to find or capture, and "brightly" and "darkly" are antonyms. Something "exclusive" is unique, restricted, or not shared with a wide audience.

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