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Example Question #981 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
DILIGENT.
Disdainful
Limited
Derisive
Careful
Loose
Careful
“Diligent” means very careful and determined. It is most commonly associated with hard-work and patient effort. For clarification, "derisive" and "disdainful" both mean to regard with scorn or dislike.
Example Question #982 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
HISTRIONIC.
Unbelievable
Eloquent
Impudent
Dramatic
Remiss
Dramatic
“Histrionic” means dramatic. For clarification, "remiss" means careless or negligent; "impudent" means rude and impolite; "eloquent" means possessing clear and stylish speech.
Example Question #991 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
VERACIOUS.
Aged
Youthful
Dishonest
Demonstrative
Honest
Honest
Someone who is “veracious” is very honest. For clarification, "demonstrative" means affectionate or demonstrating loving feelings.
Example Question #992 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
GLUTTUNOUS.
Satiated
Profound
Flexible
Greedy
Slothful
Greedy
“Gluttonous” means greedy and is associated with the word “glutton.” For clarification, "slothful" means lazy to the point of it being a sin; "satiated" means full of food or satisfied; "profound" means deep and meaningful.
Example Question #993 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
LICENTIOUS.
Lewd
Lonesome
Pulchritudinous
Brave
Whimsical
Lewd
“Licentious” means immoral, particularly with regard to sexuality. So the correct answer is “lewd” which means indecent or sexually offensive. For clarification, "whimsical" means quirky; "pulchritudinous" means beautiful; "lonesome" means lonely or alone.
Example Question #244 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
SACCHARINE.
Revolting
Sour
Sweet
Tasteless
Bitter
Sweet
“Saccharine” is an adjective that means of or relating to sugar or sweetness.
Example Question #17 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Choose the best synonym for the word in capital letters.
EMINENT
rosy
meager
forthcoming
gregarious
illustrious
illustrious
"Eminent" means famous, respected, or illustrious.
Example Question #16 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Choose the best synonym for the word in capital letters.
PERFIDIOUS
insane
ideal
multifarious
treacherous
malicious
treacherous
"Perfidious" means deceitful, untrustworthy, or treacherous.
Example Question #994 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
BOISTEROUS.
Soft-spoken
Angry and resentful
Ambitious and outgoing
Loud and enthusiastic
Shy and reserved
Loud and enthusiastic
“Boisterous” means noisy, energetic and often rough or wild so the correct answer is “loud and energetic.” For clarification, "reserved" means aloof or distant; "resentful" means bitter or annoyed at having been previously treated badly.
Example Question #995 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
RETICENT.
Loud
Amble
Quiet
Prattle
Remorse
Quiet
“Reticent” means quiet or reserved. For clarification, "prattle" is used to describe inane chatter; "amble" is a type of slow, purposeless walk; "remorse" means regret and sorrow. For further clarification, "inane" means pointless.
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