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Example Question #1611 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RAMBUNCTIOUSLY
Boisterously
Edibly
Somberly
Irascibly
Ludicrous
Boisterously
"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 #1612 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
AVARICIOUSLY
Turbulently
Tempestuously
Greedily
Luxuriously
Pristinely
Greedily
"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 #1613 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PALATABLY
Acceptably
Despicably
Expertly
Unbearably
Contemptibly
Acceptably
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 #1614 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
AFFABLY
Exotically
Musically
Heatedly
Amiably
Disgustingly
Amiably
"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 #1615 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MUNIFICENTLY
Inscrutably
Circuitously
Generously
Rewardingly
Mercifully
Generously
"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 #1616 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
BOUNTIFULLY
Tortuous
Malleably
Plentifully
Opaquely
Circuitous
Plentifully
"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 #1617 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PERSONABLY
Monstrously
Fondly
Disagreeably
Affectionately
Congenially
Congenially
"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 #1618 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SURREPTITIOUSLY
Conscientiously
Furtively
Palatably
Triflingly
Insufferably
Furtively
"Surreptitious" and "furtive" are synonyms that mean secretive. "Insufferable" means intolerable, and "conscientious" means dutiful and responsible. Something "trifling" is insignificant. "Palatable" means acceptable.
Example Question #1619 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
INIMICALLY
Happily
Ostensibly
Harmfully
Miserably
Dutifully
Harmfully
"Inimical" means harmful and damaging. "Miserable" and "happy" are antonyms. "Dutiful" means dedicated and responsible. "Ostensible" means apparent or supposed.
Example Question #1620 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
VORACIOUSLY
Tiredly
Affably
Insatiably
Vigorously
Rashly
Insatiably
"Voracious" and "insatiable" are both synonyms for very hungry. "Vigorous" means energetic or strong and robust. "Affable" means amiable and cheerful. "Rash" means reckless and hasty.
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