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Example Question #1567 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PUZZLINGLY
Bafflingly
Sardonically
Charitably
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 #1568 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SPARSELY
Severely
Technically
Drunkenly
Thinly
Aggressively
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 #1569 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
IRRESPONSIBLY
Industriously
Riskily
Wildly
Diligently
Bravely
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 #1570 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ENVIOUSLY
Eagerly
Suspiciously
Jealously
Maliciously
Uncomfortably
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
Suddenly
Interestingly
Idly
Tenderly
Unethically
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
Magnanimously
Chronically
Threateningly
Maliciously
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
Boastfully
Criminally
Emptily
Skeptically
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 #1574 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
KEENLY
Sharply
Bitterly
Loudly
Zealously
Hauntingly
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.
Example Question #1575 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
IMMODERATELY
Cluelessly
Excessively
Humbly
Fashionably
Modestly
Excessively
An "excessive" amount is too much, an "immoderate" amount. "Humble" means modest, and "fashionable" means stylish. "Clueless" means totally lacking in understanding and in comprehension.
Example Question #1576 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
BLURRILY
Unclearly
Tepidly
Merrily
Cheerfully
Drunkenly
Unclearly
"Blurry" means unclear, indistinct, dim, or hazy. "Tepid" means lukewarm. "Drunken" means inebriated or intoxicated. "Merry" means lively and cheerful.
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