SSAT Upper Level Verbal : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #2314 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal

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

URGENTLY

Possible Answers:

Direly

Deafly

Strictly

Excruciatingly

Suddenly

Correct answer:

Direly

Explanation:

Something "urgent" is dire or pressing and requires immediate attention. "Deaf" means unable to hear, and "sudden" means unexpected and abrupt. "Strict" means stern or rigorous. "Excruciating" means extremely painful.

Example Question #2315 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal

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

PLAUSIBLY

Possible Answers:

Vocally

Sonically

Credibly

Incredibly

Heroically

Correct answer:

Credibly

Explanation:

Something "plausible" is credible or believable. "Incredible," which can mean impossible to believe or magnificent and wonderful, is sometimes a antonym of "plausible." 'Vocal" is the adjective form of "voice," and sonic is the adjective form of sound. "Heroic" means brave or valiant, in the manner of a hero or heroine.

Example Question #2316 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal

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

DIFFIDENTLY

Possible Answers:

Boisterously

Shyly

Believably

Difficultly

Funnily

Correct answer:

Shyly

Explanation:

"Diffident" means shy, modest, or timid. "Difficult" means challenging or hard, and "boisterous" means rowdy. "Funny" can mean humorous or strange, depending on the context. Something "believable" is plausible or credible.

Example Question #2317 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal

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

TANGIBLY

Possible Answers:

Palpably

Peripherally

Taxingly

Gaudily

Zesty

Correct answer:

Palpably

Explanation:

Something "tangible" is palpable or perceptible by touch. Something "taxing" is punishing or demanding. "Peripheral" means external or on the outside border. "Gaudy" means showy, and "zesty," an adjective, means tangy or strong tasting and not tangible.

Example Question #2318 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal

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

ASTUTELY

Possible Answers:

Courageously

Obstusely

Shrewdly

Hastily

Naively

Correct answer:

Shrewdly

Explanation:

Someone "astute" is shrewd, sharp, or clever. "Obtuse" is an antonym of "astute." "Naive" means inexperienced, and "hasty" means hurried. "Courageous" and "brave" are synonyms.

Example Question #2319 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal

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

HEATEDLY

Possible Answers:

Intentionally

Deliberately

Dubiously

Passionately

Combatively

Correct answer:

Passionately

Explanation:

"Heated" means passionate, fiery, or spirited. "Deliberate" and "intentional" are synonyms, as are "combative" and "aggressive." "Dubious" means doubtful.

Example Question #2320 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal

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

LISTLESSLY

Possible Answers:

Tiredly

Thankfully

Reverently

Jubilantly

Lecherously

Correct answer:

Tiredly

Explanation:

Someone "listless" is tired or lacking in energy. "Lecherous" means lustful, and "reverent" means worshipful or respectful. "Jubilant" means joyful, and "thankful" means grateful.

Example Question #31 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

TURBULENTLY

Possible Answers:

Eternally

Placidly

Aerially

Tempestuously

Eagerly

Correct answer:

Tempestuously

Explanation:

"Turbulent" means stormy or tempestuous, which are antonyms of "placid" and "calm." "Eager" means enthusiastic, and "eternal" means lasting forever. While "turbulence" is often encountered by airplanes in the stratosphere, "turbulent" and "aerial" are not synonyms.

Example Question #32 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

LOQUACIOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Talkatively

Lasciviously

Earnestly

Auspiciously

Dramatically

Correct answer:

Talkatively

Explanation:

"Loquacious" is a synonym for "talkative" and "garrulous." "Lascivious" means lewd or lustful. "Earnest" means serious or sincere. "Dramatic" can mean sudden and striking, or it can mean related to drama and the theater. "Auspicious" means promising or favorable.

Example Question #33 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

STERNLY

Possible Answers:

Responsible

Dutifully

Quarrelsomely

Strictly

Diffidently

Correct answer:

Strictly

Explanation:

"Stern" means strict or rigorous and is usually used to describe authorities or rules. "Quarrelsome" and "combative" are synonyms, as are "diffident" and "shy." "Dutiful" means responsible.

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