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Example Question #121 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SUPERFICIALLY
Shallowly
Congenially
Unbearably
Astutely
Pugnaciously
Shallowly
"Superficial" is another word for "shallow." "Congenial," or "genial," means friendly and personable. "Pugnacious" means argumentative and combative. "Unbearable" means insufferable or intolerable. "Astute" means sharp or shrewd.
Example Question #122 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SALUBRIOUSLY
Vivaciously
Excessively
Exorbitantly
Plausibly
Healthily
Healthily
"Salubrious" means "healthful" or wholesome. "Exorbitant" is another word for excessive. "Vivacious" is a synonym for lively, and "plausible" is a synonym for credible or believable.
Example Question #123 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SOMNOLENTLY
Bellicosely
Sleepily
Alertly
Furtively
Surreptitiously
Sleepily
"Somnolent" and "sleepy" are synonyms, and "somnolent" is an antonym for alert, or wakeful. "Furtive" means secretive and surreptitious. "Bellicose" means aggressive or warlike.
Example Question #124 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
IMPUDENTLY
Charmingly
Mischievously
Despondently
Insolently
Luxuriously
Insolently
"Impudent" and "insolent" both mean impertinent. Someone "mischievous" is disobedient or naughty. "Despondent" means despairing, and "luxurious" means opulent or deluxe. "Charming" is a synonym for charismatic.
Example Question #1611 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CAUSTICALLY
Angrily
Innocuously
Detrimentally
Happily
Acrimoniously
Acrimoniously
"Caustic" means acerbic, burning, or "acrimonious." "Detrimental" is a synonym for "harmful," and "innocuous" is a synonym for "harmless," so the two concepts are antonyms. "Happy" and "sad" are antonyms, as are "angry" and "serene."
Example Question #1612 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CLANDESTINELY
Surreptitiously
Ambiguously
Jubilantly
Dubiously
Expertly
Surreptitiously
"Clandestine" and "surreptitious" both mean secretive, furtive. "Ambiguous" means unclear and vague. "Expert" means skillful, and "dubious" means doubtful. "Jubilant" is a synonym for joyful and exultant.
Example Question #1613 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
FULSOMELY
Hastily
Handsomely
Tranquilly
Slowly
Excessively
Excessively
"Fulsome" is a word for excessive, extravagant, or inordinate. "Hasty" means very fast or hurried, and "slow" is an antonym of this concept. "Tranquil" means calm and placid. "Handsome" means attractive or substantial, depending on context.
Example Question #1614 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MISCHIEVOUSLY
Petulantly
Eminently
Imminently
Enigmatically
Disobediently
Disobediently
"Mischievous" means "disobedient" or inclined to cause trouble. "Petulant" means peevish or irritated. "Enigmatic" means mysterious or puzzling. "Eminent" means distinguished and prominent, while "imminent" means impending or upcoming.
Example Question #1615 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MORDANTLY
Exotically
Superficially
Exaggeratedly
Caustically
Domestically
Caustically
"Mordant" means caustic, acerbic, or biting. "Exotic" means foreign and is a near antonym to "domestic." "Exaggerated" means overstated or overemphasized, and "superficial" means shallow.
Example Question #1616 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
INGRATIATINGLY
Nakedly
Smarmily
Thankfully
Ardently
Lusciously
Smarmily
"Ingratiating" means sycophantic or smarmy, trying to flatter or compliment someone in order to gain favor. "Naked" means bare or nude. "Ardent" is a synonym for fervent and fervid. "Luscious" means delicious or succulent. "Thankful" is another word for "grateful."
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