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Example Question #1461 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
OPTIMAL
Worst
Usable
Defective
Ideal
Optional
Ideal
"Optimal" is an adjective describing a noun that is the best or as well-suited to something as can be. Of the answer choices, "ideal" has the closest meaning.
Example Question #1462 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RAMSHACKLE
Nuanced
Destructive
Dilapidated
Annoying
Pristine
Dilapidated
“Ramshackle” means in very poor condition, so we need to pick out an answer choice that means in disrepair. That means that “pristine” cannot be the correct answer, because “pristine” is an adjective that can mean, spotless, perfect, or in something's original condition making it an antonym, not a synonym, of “ramshackle.” “Dilapidated,” however, is an adjective that is used of a building or object and means in disrepair, and because “dilapidated” is the answer choice closest in meaning to “ramshackle,” “dilapidated” is the correct answer.
Example Question #1462 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
IMPECCABLE
Perfect
Affectionate
Utilitarian
Invincible
Brown
Perfect
"Impeccable" means flawless, or "perfect."
Example Question #1463 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
HACKNEYED
Homeless
Trite
Original
Destitute
Weird
Trite
"Hackneyed" means trite, unoriginal or old-fashioned, so "trite" is the correct answer. For clarification, "destitute" means very poor, "original" means first or authentic, "homeless" means not having a home, and "weird" means eerie or strange.
Example Question #1464 : Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
SUBLIME
Denigrate
Magnificent
Noxious
Paltry
Absolution
Magnificent
"Sublime" means perfect or awe-inspiring, so "magnificent," which means impressive, striking, or excellent, is the correct answer. For clarification, "paltry" means meager, "noxious" means toxic or poisonous, "absolution" means forgiveness, and "denigrate" means belittle or criticize.
Example Question #1465 : Synonyms
A synonym of "insipid" is . . .
exciting
quixotic
ennui
humdrum
flavorful
humdrum
"Insipid" is an adjective that means "tasteless, flavorless, or bland" when referring to food or drink, and "unimaginative, drab, or tedious" when referring to writing, art, or ideas. While "ennui" might look like a good candidate for a synonym of "insipid," ennui is a noun that means "a feeling of listlessness and dissatisfaction arising from a lack of occupation or excitement," and while something that is insipid might cause a state of ennui, "ennui" is a noun and "insipid" an adjective, so "ennui" cannot be the correct answer. "Humdrum," however, can be used as an adjective meaning "lacking excitement or variety; dull; monotonous." Because "humdrum" is the answer choice closest in meaning to "insipid," "humdrum" is the correct answer.
Example Question #653 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Synonyms: choose the answer with the meaning closest to the word in question.
Glorious
Depressing
Arrogant
Wonderful
Huge
Dependable
Wonderful
"Glorious" means wonderful, or having glory.
Example Question #1466 : Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
MEDIOCRE
Distinct
Strange
Wonderful
Ordinary
Exceptional
Ordinary
"Mediocre" means common or ordinary, so "ordinary" is the correct answer.
Example Question #1467 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MEAGER
Reluctant
Deduce
Scarce
Marginal
Ample
Scarce
"Meager" is an adjective that describes a very small amount. For example, "His meager meal included one piece of bread and a small cup of milk." If something is "scarce,' it is not abundant. These two words are very similar. "Ample" is an antonym to "meager."
Example Question #31 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Quantity, And Variety
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PROFUSE
Infinite
Substantial
Sparse
Benign
Abundant
Abundant
"Profuse" is an adjective that means "abundant" or plentiful.
"Infinite" means limitless, or impossible to measure or calculate. "Substantial" means important, large, or valuable. "Benign" means gentle or kind, and in medical terms means not harmful. "Sparse" is an antonym of "profuse" and means few or infrequent.
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