All SSAT Middle Level Verbal Resources
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Example Question #761 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
AMENABLY
Painfully
Plentifully
Cooperatively
Pleasurably
Clumsily
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 #762 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PLENTIFULLY
Abundantly
Overly
Punishingly
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 #81 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PUZZLINGLY
Bafflingly
Charitably
Sardonically
Artistically
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 #82 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SPARSELY
Severely
Technically
Drunkenly
Aggressively
Thinly
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 #763 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
IRRESPONSIBLY
Wildly
Industriously
Riskily
Bravely
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 #764 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ENVIOUSLY
Uncomfortably
Eagerly
Jealously
Maliciously
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 #765 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
INTRIGUINGLY
Suddenly
Idly
Unethically
Interestingly
Tenderly
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 #766 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MENACINGLY
Threateningly
Generously
Maliciously
Chronically
Magnanimously
Threateningly
Something "menacing" is threatening or frightening. "Malicious" means spiteful, and "chronic" means persistent or constant. "Magnanimous" and "generous" are synonyms.
Example Question #767 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
VACANTLY
Skeptically
Poorly
Emptily
Criminally
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 #768 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
KEENLY
Loudly
Zealously
Hauntingly
Sharply
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.