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Example Question #1543 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
GRACEFULLY
Brashly
Harshly
Fluidly
Hurriedly
Violently
Fluidly
"Gracefully" and "fluidly" both refer to an action that is performed without sudden interruptions. The other adverbs refer to actions that are performed aggressively or harshly rather than elegantly, as the word "gracefully" would signal. Simple process of elimination can help you arrive at the correct answer.
Example Question #1544 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
EFFECTIVELY
Uselessly
Ineffectively
Efficaciously
Weak
Worthlessly
Efficaciously
"Effectively" and "efficaciously" are synonymous adverbs. The words even look very similar! More importantly, all of the other answer choices are antonyms of the word "effectively." They all seem to refer to modify a word by describing it as not useful or effective.
Example Question #65 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PREDICTABLY
Forseeably
Festively
Incomprehensibly
Unlawfully
Gratifyingly
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 #2341 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MERCIFULLY
Nostalgically
Earnestly
Compassionately
Tenderly
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 #2342 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
FRANKLY
Forthrightly
Elegantly
Frighteningly
Shrewdly
Somberly
Forthrightly
"Frank" means open and forthright. "Frightening" and "scary" are synonyms, as are "elegant" and "graceful." "Shrewd" means astute. "Somber" means solemn.
Example Question #2351 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DESIRABLY
Charismatically
Attractively
Miserly
Drunkenly
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 #1551 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SOLEMNLY
Merrily
Somberly
Recklessly
Tranquilly
Agonizingly
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 #2352 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
AUSPICIOUSLY
Unfavorably
Euphorically
Truthfully
Promisingly
Miserably
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 #71 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CONSCIENTIOUSLY
Dutifully
Passionately
Confidently
Irresponsibly
Rashly
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 #72 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PLACIDLY
Grimly
Quarrelsomely
Tranquilly
Eagerly
Ecstatically
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.
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