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Example Question #1154 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MALADROIT
Clumsy
Evil
Stubborn
Cheerful
Bothersome
Clumsy
"Maladroit" means ineffective, bungling, or clumsy.
Example Question #1155 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SYMPATHETIC
Forlorn
Plaintive
Empathetic
Pitiful
Pathetic
Empathetic
"Sympathetic" and "empathetic" are closely related in meaning, showing understanding or approval toward an idea, action, or person. The other words do not share this meaning but do have similar meanings themselves.
Example Question #1156 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
BOLD
Wealthy
Mild-mannered
Audacious
Sublime
Obvious
Audacious
"Bold" and "audacious" are synonyms describing an outgoing, courageous personality. The other words do not share this meaning. "Mild-mannered" is an antonym to "bold" and "audacious." The other words are not adjectives used to describe personality traits.
Example Question #1157 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CONSCIENTIOUS
Dutiful
Ravenous
Frank
Eternal
Advantageous
Dutiful
"Conscientious" means responsible and dutiful. "Eternal" means everlasting. "Advantageous" means beneficial. "Ravenous" means very hungry. "Frank" means curt and direct.
Example Question #1158 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ELOQUENT
Articulate
Partial
Excruciating
Convivial
Evasive
Articulate
"Eloquent" means fluent. "Partially" and "wholly" are antonyms, as are "excruciatingly" and "painlessly." "Evasive" and "elusive" are synonyms, and "convivial" means cheerful.
Example Question #1159 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
FRIVOLOUS
Stingy
Lonely
Philanthropic
Carefree
Advantageous
Carefree
"Frivolous" means carefree or flighty. "Advantageous" and "beneficial" are synonyms, as are "charitable" and "philanthropic." "Stingy" means cheap or miserly. "Lonely" means alone, solitary.
Example Question #1160 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
OBLIVIOUS
Alert
Victorious
Clueless
Rowdy
Sinister
Clueless
Someone "oblivious" is completely clueless or unaware of something. This is the opposite of "alert," which means watchful. "Victorious" means triumphant. "Rowdy" means loud and boisterous. "Sinister" means ominous.
Example Question #1161 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
VIVACIOUS
Somber
Intruiging
Glum
Lively
Inquisitive
Lively
"Vivacious" means "lively." "Inquisitive" means curious, while "intriguing" means interesting or sparking one's curiosity. "Somber" means grave in manner, and "glum" means gloomy.
Example Question #1162 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ARTICULATE
Resilient
Contrary
Eloquent
Forthright
Lecherous
Eloquent
Someone "articulate" is eloquent and well spoken. "Contrary" can mean contradictory or uncooperative, depending on the context. "Resilient" means strong and tough. "Forthright" means direct or frank. "Lecherous" and "lustful" are synonyms.
Example Question #1163 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
BOISTEROUS
Taciturn
Rash
Painless
Rowdy
Just
Rowdy
Someone "boisterous" is rambunctious, noisy, and rowdy. This is an antonym of "taciturn," which means quiet and shy. "Painful" and "painless" are antonyms. "Rash" means irresponsible and reckless. "Just" means fair.
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