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Example Question #821 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PALATABLY
Acceptably
Despicably
Contemptibly
Unbearably
Expertly
Acceptably
Something "palatable" may be edible, or it may be "acceptable" and agreeable. It depends on the context. "Despicable" means loathsome or contemptible. "Expert" means skillful, and "unbearable" means intolerable or insufferable.
Example Question #822 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
AFFABLY
Exotically
Amiably
Heatedly
Musically
Disgustingly
Amiably
"Affable" means friendly or amiable. "Disgusting" means vile, and "exotic" means foreign or strange. "Heated" means passionate or angry/excited. "Musical" is the adjective form of music.
Example Question #823 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MUNIFICENTLY
Rewardingly
Inscrutably
Generously
Circuitously
Mercifully
Generously
"Munificent" means magnanimous, bountiful, or generous. "Inscrutable" and "inexplicable" are synonyms. "Rewarding" and "gratifying" are synonyms. "Merciful" means forgiving and compassionate. "Circuitous" means roundabout, indirect, and winding.
Example Question #824 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
BOUNTIFULLY
Plentifully
Circuitous
Opaquely
Malleably
Tortuous
Plentifully
"Bountiful" and "plentiful" are synonyms. "Tortuous" means twisty and winding, and it's a synonym for "circuitous." "Malleable" means able to be molded. "Opaque" means cloudy and unclear.
Example Question #825 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PERSONABLY
Affectionately
Congenially
Disagreeably
Fondly
Monstrously
Congenially
"Personable" means friendly, congenial, and agreeable. This is an antonym of "disagreeable." "Affectionate" means loving and fond. "Monstrous" means savage or non-human.
Example Question #826 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SURREPTITIOUSLY
Palatably
Conscientiously
Furtively
Triflingly
Insufferably
Furtively
"Surreptitious" and "furtive" are synonyms that mean secretive. "Insufferable" means intolerable, and "conscientious" means dutiful and responsible. Something "trifling" is insignificant. "Palatable" means acceptable.
Example Question #827 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
INIMICALLY
Miserably
Harmfully
Ostensibly
Happily
Dutifully
Harmfully
"Inimical" means harmful and damaging. "Miserable" and "happy" are antonyms. "Dutiful" means dedicated and responsible. "Ostensible" means apparent or supposed.
Example Question #828 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
VORACIOUSLY
Tiredly
Vigorously
Rashly
Insatiably
Affably
Insatiably
"Voracious" and "insatiable" are both synonyms for very hungry. "Vigorous" means energetic or strong and robust. "Affable" means amiable and cheerful. "Rash" means reckless and hasty.
Example Question #829 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DETRIMENTAL
Pleasantly
Inimically
Dubiously
Deceptively
Turbulently
Inimically
Both "detrimental" and "inimical" mean harmful. "Pleasant" means agreeable and pleasing; "dubious" means doubtful. "Deceptive" and "deceitful" are synonyms. "Turbulent" means stormy.
Example Question #830 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
FERVIDLY
Apathetically
Lethargically
Equivocally
Ardently
Furiously
Ardently
"Fervid" means ardent, fervent, and passionate. This is an antonym of "apathetic." "Lethargic" means slow and sluggish, and "furious" means very angry. "Equivocal" means ambiguous and unclear.
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