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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
Cooperatively
Clumsily
Plentifully
Pleasurably
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
Repentantly
Abundantly
Overly
Painfully
Punishingly
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 #763 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PUZZLINGLY
Bafflingly
Charitably
Sardonically
Clearly
Artistically
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 #764 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SPARSELY
Technically
Aggressively
Thinly
Severely
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 #765 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
IRRESPONSIBLY
Wildly
Diligently
Bravely
Industriously
Riskily
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 #766 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ENVIOUSLY
Maliciously
Suspiciously
Uncomfortably
Jealously
Eagerly
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 #767 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
INTRIGUINGLY
Interestingly
Unethically
Idly
Tenderly
Suddenly
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 #768 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MENACINGLY
Chronically
Threateningly
Generously
Magnanimously
Maliciously
Threateningly
Something "menacing" is threatening or frightening. "Malicious" means spiteful, and "chronic" means persistent or constant. "Magnanimous" and "generous" are synonyms.
Example Question #769 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
VACANTLY
Boastfully
Skeptically
Emptily
Criminally
Poorly
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 #770 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
KEENLY
Loudly
Hauntingly
Sharply
Zealously
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.
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