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Example Questions
Example Question #273 : Synonyms: Adjectives
Synonyms: Choose the answer that most closely matches the word in capital letters.
DAMAGING
Harmful
Considerate
Applicable
Helpful
Inconsiderate
Harmful
"Damaging" means harmful or causing damage. To further help you, "considerate" means thoughtful about other people’s feelings; "inconsiderate" means unkind and not caring; "applicable" means able to be applied to or relevant.
Example Question #451 : Identifying Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the word whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
PERILOUS
Questionable
Frightening
Hazardous
Amusing
Terrifying
Hazardous
When we say that something is "in peril" or "imperiled," that thing is in a state of great danger or risk. The word "perilous" is the adjective that describes such a state ("a perilous situation"). Perilous situations are likely to be very frightening or even terrifying. However, these words really indicate what perilous things emotionally cause. They do not describe what it is to be perilous. "To be perilous" means to be very dangerous. Therefore, the best option is "hazardous." A "hazard" is a danger or a source of danger. "Hazardous" describes something that is dangerous.
Example Question #452 : Identifying Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the word whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
FATAL
Deadly
Uncommon
Foreign
Depressing
Benign
Deadly
The word "fatal" is related to the word "fate," which indicates the idea that something is meant to happen. However, "fatal" indicates a particular kind of "fated" occurrence, namely death. Things that happen by "fate" often are ominous or threatening. A "fatal" wound is one that is likely to kill. Therefore, the best synonyms will reflect either complete destruction or the causing of death. While something that is fatal might be depressing, something that is depressing really is not deadly (at least, not necessarily). The two words describe two different things. The best option is "deadly," meaning likely to kill.
Example Question #453 : Identifying Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the word whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
PROHIBITED
Forbidden
Condemned
Overlooked
Dangerous
Forbidden
When we "prohibit" something, we ban it or forbid it from being done. "Prohibited substances" are things that cannot be taken into a given area. For example, beer is often a prohibited substance in gaming arenas, meaning that you are not permitted to take it into such areas. The best option among those given is "forbidden," which indicates such banning. Although someone can be condemned for having such a prohibited thing, that is not what is indicated by the word "prohibition" itself. Likewise, a prohibited substance might be "dangerous." This does not mean the same thing as "prohibited" itself.
Example Question #454 : Identifying Synonyms
Synonyms: Choose the answer that most closely matches the word in capital letters.
BUNGLED
appropriate
failed
inappropriate
missing
successful
failed
Bungled means failed or messed-up. To further help you, appropriate means right for the moment, good; inappropriate means not proper, bad.
Example Question #455 : Identifying Synonyms
Sentence Completions: Select the word or phrase that most correctly completes the sentence.
PAINSTAKING
Malicious
Careful
Reckless
Painful
Careful
"Painstaking" means accomplished with care and attention to detail. "Careful" is therefore the word that most closely matches the definition. "Painful" is a tempting choice, but the word "painstaking" actually has little to do with physical pain. "Reckless" is the opposite of "painstaking," and "malicious," which means intentionally causing harm, is unrelated to the definition.
Example Question #286 : Synonyms: Adjectives
A synonym of estranged is __________.
weird
interested
distant
overwhelmed
enveloped
distant
Estranged refers to a person, often a family member, who is no longer close with another person, or alienated from him/her; therefore, "distant" is the best answer.
Example Question #287 : Synonyms: Adjectives
A synonym of diligent is __________.
extreme
surreal
oppressive
conscientious
rude
conscientious
Diligent, which is often used to describe someone as hardworking, also means displaying care or being dutiful in one's work. "Conscientious" means the same thing, someone who works well and thoroughly.
Example Question #631 : Isee Lower Level (Grades 5 6) Verbal Reasoning
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
VACANT
Ashamed
Isolated
Forgotten
Forlorn
Empty
Empty
The word “vacant” means empty or, when referring to buildingsor rooms, not occupied. The word “ashamed” describes a feeling where you feel bad or guilty about something bad you have done.
Example Question #456 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DISORIENTED
Troubled
Upset
Disorganized
Confused
Distant
Confused
"Disoriented" means to be in a state in which one has lost one's bearings and is confused as to where things are located. It most closely means the word "confused." The other answer choices are not related in meaning to the word "disoriented."
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