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Example Question #271 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Choose the best synonym for the word in capital letters.
NIMBLE
sprightly
strong
rude
aloof
meticulous
sprightly
"Nimble" means moving quickly and lightly, or sprightly.
Example Question #271 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Synonyms: choose the answer that is closest in meaning to the word in question.
Callous
Unfeeling
Sympathetic
Mutable
Euphoric
Compassionate
Unfeeling
"Callous" means unfeeling; Compassionate and Sympathetic means showing emotion; Euphoric means extremely happy; and Mutable means able to be changed.
Example Question #271 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Choose the best synonym for the word in capital letters.
PRAGMATIC
sensible
newfangled
blunt
controversial
aristocratic
sensible
"Pragmatic" means sensible or practical.
Example Question #42 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Choose the best synonym for the word in capital letters.
RUTHLESS
flexible
impoverished
competent
cruel
well-written
cruel
"Ruthless" means merciless and cruel.
Example Question #1822 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Choose the best synonym for the word in capital letters.
BENEVOLENT
aesthetic
expensive
insane
kindhearted
judgmental
kindhearted
"Benevolent" means kindhearted and well-meaning.
Example Question #272 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
QUIXOTIC
Miniature
Cautious
Tangential
Aligned
Impractical
Impractical
"Quixotic" means impractical, fanciful, or idealistic. The word is based upon the literary character Don Quixote, who is impractical, chivalrous, and romantic. So, "impractical" is the correct answer because it is the answer choice closest in meaning to "quixotic."
Example Question #273 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
VALIANT
Ample
Noxious
Timid
Frightened
Brave
Brave
"Valiant" means brave. "Timid" means fearful or shy. "Frightened" means afraid or scared. "Noxious" means poisonous or toxic. "Ample" means enough or sufficient.
Example Question #274 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
IMPARTIAL
Partial
Neutral
Prejudiced
Biased
Empathetic
Neutral
"Impartial" means neutral. "Biased," "prejudiced," and "partial" are all antoynyms of "impartial." They all mean not neutral, but taking one side. Empathethic means showing sympathy or compassion.
Example Question #275 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
CAUSTIC
Showy
Still
Corrosive
Unprofessional
Greedy
Corrosive
"Caustic" means corrosive or very critical, so "corrosive" is the correct answer. None of the other words are close in meaning to "caustic": "greedy" means excessively desirous of money; "showy" means eye-catching or gaudy; "still" means unmoving; and "unprofessional" means improper.
Example Question #276 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
LOQUACIOUS
Talkative
Profound
Blaring
Welcoming
Tiny
Talkative
"Loquacious" means talkative, so "talkative" is the correct answer. None of the other words are close in meaning to "loquacious": "blaring" means deafening; "welcoming" means hospitable; "profound" means meaningful; and "tiny" means small.
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