SSAT Upper Level Verbal : Synonyms: Adverbs

Study concepts, example questions & explanations for SSAT Upper Level Verbal

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Example Questions

Example Question #2371 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

INIMICALLY

Possible Answers:

Ostensibly

Happily

Miserably

Harmfully

Dutifully

Correct answer:

Harmfully

Explanation:

"Inimical" means harmful and damaging. "Miserable" and "happy" are antonyms. "Dutiful" means dedicated and responsible. "Ostensible" means apparent or supposed.

Example Question #2372 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

VORACIOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Tiredly

Rashly

Vigorously

Insatiably

Affably

Correct answer:

Insatiably

Explanation:

"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 #2373 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

DETRIMENTAL

Possible Answers:

Dubiously

Pleasantly

Turbulently

Deceptively

Inimically

Correct answer:

Inimically

Explanation:

Both "detrimental" and "inimical" mean harmful. "Pleasant" means agreeable and pleasing; "dubious" means doubtful. "Deceptive" and "deceitful" are synonyms. "Turbulent" means stormy.

Example Question #2374 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

FERVIDLY

Possible Answers:

Lethargically

Apathetically

Equivocally

Furiously

Ardently

Correct answer:

Ardently

Explanation:

"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.

Example Question #2375 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

EMINENTLY

Possible Answers:

Notoriously

Jubilantly

Illustriously

Treacherously

Infamously

Correct answer:

Illustriously

Explanation:

"Eminent" and "illustrious" both mean distinguished and well known, well respected. "Infamy" and "notoriety" also both connote fame, but for bad and nefarious reasons. "Treacherous" means traitorous, and "jubilant" means exultant, overjoyed.

Example Question #2376 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

EXUBERANTLY

Possible Answers:

Inscrutably

Glumly

Apprehensively

Ebulliently

Worriedly

Correct answer:

Ebulliently

Explanation:

"Exuberant" and "ebullient" are synonyms that mean joyful, energetic, and cheerful. This is an antonym of "glum." "Worriedly" and "apprehensively" are synonyms, as are "inscrutable" and "inexplicable."

Example Question #2377 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

EXORBITANTLY

Possible Answers:

Largely

Garrulously

Excessively

Gorgeously

Gregariously

Correct answer:

Excessively

Explanation:

"Exorbitant" means excessive or prohibitively high. "Gorgeous" means very beautiful, and "largely" means mostly or mainly. "Gregarious" describes someone who is outgoing, while "garrulous" describes someone who is talkative.

Example Question #91 : Synonyms: Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

TENACIOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Listlessly

Avidly

Persistently

Imperfectly

Frankly

Correct answer:

Persistently

Explanation:

Someone "tenacious" is persistent and determined, dogged. "Avid" means keen and eager. "Frank" means forthright and candid. "Listless" means tired and lacking energy. "Perfect" and "imperfect" are antonyms.

Example Question #92 : Synonyms: Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

SERENELY

Possible Answers:

Insightfully

Placidly

Respectfully

Offensively

Discerningly

Correct answer:

Placidly

Explanation:

"Serene" means calm and placid. "Offensive" means insulting and disrespectful, which is an antonym of "respectful." "Discerning" means perceptive or having good judgment. "Insightful" and "intuitive" are synonyms.

Example Question #93 : Synonyms: Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

RAMBUNCTIOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Diligently

Obstreperously

Sweetly

Aptly

Assiduously

Correct answer:

Obstreperously

Explanation:

"Rambunctious" means both boisterous and obstreperous. "Sweet" can mean sugary or pleasing, depending on the context. "Apt" means appropriate or suitable. "Assiduous" and "diligent" both mean hardworking.

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