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Example Question #86 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
AMENABLY
Plentifully
Cooperatively
Clumsily
Pleasurably
Painfully
Cooperatively
If someone is "amenable," he or she is open, receptive, and cooperative. "Painful" and "pleasurable" are near antonyms. "Clumsy" means awkward or uncoordinated. "Plentiful" and "abundant" are synonyms.
Example Question #87 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PLENTIFULLY
Overly
Punishingly
Abundantly
Painfully
Repentantly
Abundantly
"Plentiful" and "abundant" both mean existing in large quantities. "Repentant" means feeling regret, remorse, and sorrow. "Overly" and "insufficiently" are antonyms, as are "painfully" and "pleasurably." "Punishingly" means in a punishing or taxing manner.
Example Question #88 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PUZZLINGLY
Bafflingly
Sardonically
Artistically
Charitably
Clearly
Bafflingly
"Puzzling" means baffling or confusing. This is a near antonym of "clear." "Charitable" means philanthropic, generous, or giving. "Artistic" means creative or aesthetic. "Sardonic" means sarcastic, mocking, or ironic.
Example Question #89 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SPARSELY
Severely
Thinly
Aggressively
Technically
Drunkenly
Thinly
"Sparse" means thin or scanty. "Drunken" and "inebriated" are synonyms, as are "technically" and "strictly." "Severe" can mean strict, acute, or harsh. To "spar" means to fight, but it's not the same word as "sparse," which doesn't have anything to do with aggression.
Example Question #1561 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
IRRESPONSIBLY
Wildly
Bravely
Riskily
Industriously
Diligently
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 #1562 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ENVIOUSLY
Jealously
Maliciously
Eagerly
Uncomfortably
Suspiciously
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 #1571 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
INTRIGUINGLY
Idly
Unethically
Suddenly
Tenderly
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 #1572 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MENACINGLY
Maliciously
Threateningly
Chronically
Magnanimously
Generously
Threateningly
Something "menacing" is threatening or frightening. "Malicious" means spiteful, and "chronic" means persistent or constant. "Magnanimous" and "generous" are synonyms.
Example Question #1573 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
VACANTLY
Criminally
Poorly
Skeptically
Emptily
Boastfully
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 #1574 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
KEENLY
Zealously
Hauntingly
Bitterly
Sharply
Loudly
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.
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