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Example Question #1519 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DIFFIDENTLY
Shyly
Boisterously
Difficultly
Believably
Funnily
Shyly
"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 #1520 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
TANGIBLY
Peripherally
Zesty
Gaudily
Taxingly
Palpably
Palpably
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 #1521 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ASTUTELY
Naively
Obstusely
Hastily
Shrewdly
Courageously
Shrewdly
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 #1522 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
HEATEDLY
Passionately
Deliberately
Dubiously
Combatively
Intentionally
Passionately
"Heated" means passionate, fiery, or spirited. "Deliberate" and "intentional" are synonyms, as are "combative" and "aggressive." "Dubious" means doubtful.
Example Question #1523 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
LISTLESSLY
Lecherously
Jubilantly
Thankfully
Tiredly
Reverently
Tiredly
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 #1524 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
TURBULENTLY
Placidly
Eagerly
Tempestuously
Aerially
Eternally
Tempestuously
"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 #1525 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
LOQUACIOUSLY
Earnestly
Dramatically
Auspiciously
Lasciviously
Talkatively
Talkatively
"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 #1526 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
STERNLY
Responsible
Dutifully
Strictly
Quarrelsomely
Diffidently
Strictly
"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.
Example Question #1527 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
VALIANTLY
Wholly
Bravely
Royally
Vigorously
Energetically
Bravely
"Valiant" is a synonym for "brave" and "courageous." "Vigorous" means robust, healthy, or energetic. "Royal" is a word used to describe monarchs and rulers, particularly kings and queens. "Wholly" means entirely or completely.
Example Question #1528 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PUNISHINGLY
Taxingly
Exuberantly
Explicitly
Grimily
Smugly
Taxingly
While to "punish" can mean to make someone suffer in response to a bad action, "punishing" can also mean grueling, demanding, or taxing (usually in the context of a particular situation or action). "Grimy" means dirty, "smug" means self-satisfied, and "exuberant" means joyful. "Explicit" means clear and straightforward.