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Example Question #1551 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PREDICTABLY
Gratifyingly
Incomprehensibly
Unlawfully
Festively
Forseeably
Forseeably
Something "predictable" is foreseeable, able to be seen or guessed in advance. Something "incomprehensible" is totally unclear. "Unlawful" means illegal. "Gratifying" means rewarding or pleasing. "Festive" means merry and cheerful.
Example Question #1552 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MERCIFULLY
Nostalgically
Earnestly
Tenderly
Compassionately
Modestly
Compassionately
Someone who shows "mercy" is compassionate or forgiving. "Earnest" means sincere, and "humble" means modest. "Nostalgic" means wistful, yearning, or longing for another time, place, or person. "Tender" means gentle and loving.
Example Question #1553 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
FRANKLY
Frighteningly
Forthrightly
Shrewdly
Somberly
Elegantly
Forthrightly
"Frank" means open and forthright. "Frightening" and "scary" are synonyms, as are "elegant" and "graceful." "Shrewd" means astute. "Somber" means solemn.
Example Question #1554 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DESIRABLY
Drunkenly
Attractively
Charismatically
Miserly
Ravenously
Attractively
Something or someone "desirable" is attractive or popular. "Miserly" means stingy or cheap. "Drunk" means intoxicated, and "ravenous" means famished. "Charismatic" means charming, which is not quite the same as "desirable."
Example Question #1555 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SOLEMNLY
Somberly
Tranquilly
Recklessly
Agonizingly
Merrily
Somberly
"Solemn" means grave, somber, or serious. This is the opposite of "merry," which means cheerful, lively, and carefree. "Risky" and "reckless" are synonyms. "Tranquil" and "placid" are synonyms. "Agonizing" and "excruciating" are synonyms.
Example Question #1556 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
AUSPICIOUSLY
Miserably
Truthfully
Unfavorably
Promisingly
Euphorically
Promisingly
An "auspicious" sign is a promising, fortuitous, or favorable sign. This is an antonym of "unfavorable." "Euphoric" means elated or very happy, and "miserable" means very unhappy. "Truthful" and "dishonest" are antonyms.
Example Question #1557 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CONSCIENTIOUSLY
Passionately
Rashly
Dutifully
Irresponsibly
Confidently
Dutifully
"Conscientious" means responsible or dutiful. This is an antonym of both "irresponsible" and "rash." "Confident," on the other hand, means self-assured. "Passionate" means ardent or impassioned.
Example Question #1558 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PLACIDLY
Eagerly
Tranquilly
Ecstatically
Grimly
Quarrelsomely
Tranquilly
"Placid" means calm, peaceful, and tranquil. "Quarrelsome" means argumentative or pugnacious. "Ecstatic" and "euphoric" are synonyms, as are "eager" and "enthusiastic." "Grim" means dark or foreboding.
Example Question #1601 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
EUPHORICALLY
Incredulously
Ecstatically
Melodically
Skeptically
Wretchedly
Ecstatically
"Euphoric" means elated, feeling extreme happiness and ecstasy. "Incredulous" and "skeptical" both mean disbelieving. "Wretched" means miserable, the opposite of "euphoric," and "melodic" means musical.
Example Question #1602 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RASHLY
Warily
Recklessly
Painfully
Ecstatically
Cautiously
Recklessly
"Rash" means hasty and reckless. This is an antonym of both "cautious" and "wary." "Ecstatic" means elated and joyful.
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