SSAT Upper Level Verbal : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #81 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

PUGNACIOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Auspiciously

Foreseeably

Vivaciously

Peremptorily

Argumentatively

Correct answer:

Argumentatively

Explanation:

"Pugnacious" means combative or argumentative. "Auspicious" means promising or favorable. "Vivacious" means lively, and "peremptory" means brusque. "Foreseeable" and "predictable" are synonyms.

Example Question #82 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

FORBIDDINGLY

Possible Answers:

Incisively

Invitingly

Articulately

Grimly

Quietly

Correct answer:

Grimly

Explanation:

"Forbidding" means grim, hostile, or unwelcoming. This is an antonym of "inviting" and "welcoming." "Articulate" means eloquent. "Incisive" means cutting, penetrating, sharp, or acute.

Example Question #83 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

RAMBUNCTIOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Edibly

Irascibly

Somberly

Boisterously

Ludicrous

Correct answer:

Boisterously

Explanation:

"Rambunctious," "boisterous," and "rowdy" are all synonyms. "Irascible" and "irritable" are synonyms, as are "somber" and "solemn." "Ludicrous" means ridiculous and absurd. "Edible" means capable of being eaten.

Example Question #84 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

AVARICIOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Turbulently

Greedily

Pristinely

Tempestuously

Luxuriously

Correct answer:

Greedily

Explanation:

"Avarice" is the same thing as greed. "Turbulent" and "tempestuous" are both synonyms for stormy. "Pristine" and "spotless" are synonyms. One synonym for "luxurious" is "opulent."

Example Question #85 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

PALATABLY

Possible Answers:

Despicably

Expertly

Acceptably

Unbearably

Contemptibly

Correct answer:

Acceptably

Explanation:

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 #86 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

AFFABLY

Possible Answers:

Disgustingly

Musically

Exotically

Heatedly

Amiably

Correct answer:

Amiably

Explanation:

"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 #87 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

MUNIFICENTLY

Possible Answers:

Circuitously

Generously

Inscrutably

Rewardingly

Mercifully

Correct answer:

Generously

Explanation:

"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 #88 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

BOUNTIFULLY

Possible Answers:

Malleably

Plentifully

Tortuous

Circuitous

Opaquely

Correct answer:

Plentifully

Explanation:

"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 #89 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

PERSONABLY

Possible Answers:

Fondly

Affectionately

Disagreeably

Monstrously

Congenially

Correct answer:

Congenially

Explanation:

"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 #90 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

SURREPTITIOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Conscientiously

Furtively

Insufferably

Triflingly

Palatably

Correct answer:

Furtively

Explanation:

"Surreptitious" and "furtive" are synonyms that mean secretive. "Insufferable" means intolerable, and "conscientious" means dutiful and responsible. Something "trifling" is insignificant. "Palatable" means acceptable.

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