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Example Question #1579 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DETRIMENTAL
Turbulently
Dubiously
Deceptively
Pleasantly
Inimically
Inimically
Both "detrimental" and "inimical" mean harmful. "Pleasant" means agreeable and pleasing; "dubious" means doubtful. "Deceptive" and "deceitful" are synonyms. "Turbulent" means stormy.
Example Question #1580 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
FERVIDLY
Apathetically
Ardently
Lethargically
Furiously
Equivocally
Ardently
"Fervid" means ardent, fervent, and passionate. This is an antonym of "apathetic." "Lethargic" means slow and sluggish, and "furious" means very angry. "Equivocal" means ambiguous and unclear.
Example Question #1581 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
EMINENTLY
Illustriously
Notoriously
Jubilantly
Infamously
Treacherously
Illustriously
"Eminent" and "illustrious" both mean distinguished and well known, well respected. "Infamy" and "notoriety" also both connote fame, but for bad and nefarious reasons. "Treacherous" means traitorous, and "jubilant" means exultant, overjoyed.
Example Question #1582 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
EXUBERANTLY
Glumly
Apprehensively
Worriedly
Inscrutably
Ebulliently
Ebulliently
"Exuberant" and "ebullient" are synonyms that mean joyful, energetic, and cheerful. This is an antonym of "glum." "Worriedly" and "apprehensively" are synonyms, as are "inscrutable" and "inexplicable."
Example Question #1583 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
EXORBITANTLY
Gorgeously
Excessively
Gregariously
Garrulously
Largely
Excessively
"Exorbitant" means excessive or prohibitively high. "Gorgeous" means very beautiful, and "largely" means mostly or mainly. "Gregarious" describes someone who is outgoing, while "garrulous" describes someone who is talkative.
Example Question #1584 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
TENACIOUSLY
Avidly
Persistently
Listlessly
Imperfectly
Frankly
Persistently
Someone "tenacious" is persistent and determined, dogged. "Avid" means keen and eager. "Frank" means forthright and candid. "Listless" means tired and lacking energy. "Perfect" and "imperfect" are antonyms.
Example Question #1585 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SERENELY
Discerningly
Respectfully
Placidly
Insightfully
Offensively
Placidly
"Serene" means calm and placid. "Offensive" means insulting and disrespectful, which is an antonym of "respectful." "Discerning" means perceptive or having good judgment. "Insightful" and "intuitive" are synonyms.
Example Question #1586 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RAMBUNCTIOUSLY
Sweetly
Aptly
Assiduously
Diligently
Obstreperously
Obstreperously
"Rambunctious" means both boisterous and obstreperous. "Sweet" can mean sugary or pleasing, depending on the context. "Apt" means appropriate or suitable. "Assiduous" and "diligent" both mean hardworking.
Example Question #1587 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PETULANTLY
Convivially
Eminently
Illustriously
Querulously
Forbiddingly
Querulously
"Petulant" and "querulous" both mean irritable. "Eminent" means distinguished. "Forbidding" means grim and uninviting. "Convivial" and "cheerful" are synonyms.
Example Question #1588 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CERTIFIABLY
Bountifully
Verifiably
Lavishly
Infamously
Auspiciously
Verifiably
"Certifiable" and "verifiable" are synonyms meaning able to be confirmed. "Lavish" means luxurious and rich. "Bountiful" means abundant and plentiful. "Auspiciously" means promisingly. "Infamous" means notorious.
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