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Example Question #711 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
TRIUMPHANTLY
Solidly
Thoughtfully
Shyly
Inappropriately
Extremely
Thoughtfully
To be "triumphant" is to be victorious. "Extremely" and "minimally" are near antonyms, as are "shyly" and "boldly," and "inappropriately" and "appropriately." In addition to being a state of matter, "solid" can be used to describe something based on sound logic and reasoning.
Example Question #712 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
STORMILY
Fondly
Steadily
Tempestuously
Faithfully
Viciously
Tempestuously
A "tempest" is another word for a storm, so stormily and tempestuously are synonyms. "Faithfully" and "loyally" are synonyms. "Fondly" and "affectionately" are synonyms. "Vicious" means deliberately cruel or hurtful. "Steady" means stable and reliable.
Example Question #713 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MERRILY
Tersely
Intensely
Nuptually
Cheerfully
Fondly
Cheerfully
"Merrily" means cheerfully/in a lively or lighthearted manner. "Nuptual" refers to weddings and marriage. "Fondly" means affectionately. "Tersely" means briefly or concisely and refers usually to speech. "Intensely" and "extremely" are near synonyms.
Example Question #711 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
VIRTUALLY
Artificially
Urgently
Temptingly
Predominantly
Dimly
Artificially
"Virtual" can mean either artificial and simulated (as in the world of technology) or almost and practically. Something "urgent" requires immediate attention, and something "dim" is poorly lit or unintelligent, depending on context. "Predominantly" and "mainly" are synonyms. Something "tempting" is appealing or attractive despite being wrong or ill advised.
Example Question #712 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
BOASTFULLY
Frequently
Tensely
Swaggeringly
Violently
Boringly
Swaggeringly
A "boastful" person is someone who tends to brag, swagger, and generally think too highly of himself/herself. Something "boring" is dull and uninteresting, and something "frequent" happens often. "Violently" and "peacefully" are antonyms. "Tense" and "taut" are synonyms.
Example Question #713 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SMUGLY
Unnaturally
Warmly
Tidily
Cozily
Conceitedly
Conceitedly
Someone who is "smug" is conceited, self-satisfied, and overly pleased with himself/herself. "Tidy" means neat and organized. "Unnatural" is an antonym of "natural," and "warm" is an antonym of "cool." "Cozy" means snug and comfortable.
Example Question #714 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
EXTRAVAGANTLY
Richly
Argumentatively
Suggestively
Luckily
Excessively
Excessively
"Extravagant" means excessive, exorbitant, or extremely lavish. "Richly" and "poorly" are antonyms, as are "luckily" and "unluckily." "Argumentatively" and "cooperatively" are also antonyms. "Suggestive" and "evocative" are synonyms.
Example Question #715 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
GRATEFULLY
Sickly
Gravely
Thankfully
Correctly
Freely
Thankfully
To be "grateful" is to be thankful. "Gravely" means seriously, "freely" means in an unrestrained manner, and "sickly" means unhealthily. "Correct" and "incorrect" are antonyms.
Example Question #716 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
FURTIVELY
Hardly
Keenly
Secretively
Seriously
Reassuringly
Secretively
"Furtive" means sly, shift, or secretive. Something "reassuring" is designed to remove doubts and fears. "Hardly" is a synonym for barely, and "keenly" is a synonym for sharply, acutely, or piercingly. "Seriously" means solemnly or gravely.
Example Question #717 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
EXUBERANTLY
Eventually
Woefully
Heavily
Joyfully
Kindly
Joyfully
"Exuberant" means excited, joyful, or energetic. "Kind" means warmhearted or gentle. "Eventually" means in the end, or in time. "Heavily" and "lightly" are antonyms. "Woefully" means sadly, tragically, or even miserably.
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