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Example Question #91 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
PRECOCIOUS
Gifted
Talkative
Forgiving
Wizened
Penitent
Gifted
The word "precocious" is used to describe someone who is very young, gifted and talented. So, "gifted" is the correct answer. To help you, "wizened" means old and wrinkly, and "penitent" means sorry for having done wrong and seeking forgiveness.
Example Question #92 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
INEPT
Accord
Incompetent
Variegated
Desperate
Akin
Incompetent
"Inept" means lacking skill, so "incompetent" is the best correct answer. To help you, "akin" means similar to, "accord" means agreement, "desperate" means overwhelmed with urgency and anxiety, and "variegated" means diverse, showing many different colors.
Example Question #93 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
OBNOXIOUS
Annoying
Obsolete
Mean
Stupid
Cruel
Annoying
"Obnoxious" means annoying or irritating, so "annoying" is the correct answer.
Example Question #94 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
DISTINGUISHED
Attractive
Renowned
Unique
Different
Divisive
Renowned
"Distinguished" means commanding respect or authority, which is also the definition of "renowned." So, "renowned" is the synonym.
Example Question #95 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
INTREPID
Neglectful
Judicial
Coy
Fearless
Neutral
Fearless
"Intrepid" means fearless or unafraid, so "fearless" is the correct answer. "Coy" means shy or modest in a flirtatious way. "Judicial" means related to a judge, court, or law. "Neglectful" means not careful or attentive. "Neutral" means impartial or not taking sides.
Example Question #96 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
UNCOUTH
Barbaric
Unraveled
Disproved
Uncovered
Barbaric
"Uncouth" means uncivilized. The best choice is "barbaric," which means primitive and not at all sophisticated. Considering the other choices, "unraveled" refers to string or yarn that was once stored in a ball and means came undone from being in a ball of string-like material into disorganized loose string-like material, "disproved" means found to be untrue, and "uncovered" means revealed.
Example Question #101 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PROFICIENT
Cautious
Reliable
Lucid
Competent
Flimsy
Competent
"Proficient" means skilled or competent, so "competent" is the correct answer. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "proficient": "flimsy" means fragile and easily broken; "reliable" means dependable; "lucid" means clearly explained; and "cautious" means careful and risk-averse.
Example Question #102 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
INDOLENT
Spry
Lethargic
Alert
Gay
Vivacious
Lethargic
"Indolent" means tending to avoid exertion, and "lethargic" means lacking energy or sluggish. These two similar definitions make the words synonyms.
Example Question #103 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DILIGENT
Perilous
Considerate
Lucid
Praiseworthy
Attentive
Attentive
"Diligent" is an adjective that means putting forth constant effort to accomplish something or persistent. The best choice is "attentive" because it has a similar meaning—putting much effort into caring for something or someone. Considering the other choices, "praiseworthy" means deserving praise, "lucid" means easily understood, "considerate" means thinking of others' feelings, and "perilous" means dangerous.
Example Question #104 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SUBMISSIVE
Meager
Combative
Stingy
Docile
Remote
Docile
"Submissive" means docile or obedient to others, so "docile" is the correct answer. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "submissive": "combative" means aggressive and inclined to fight; "meager" means inadequate or insufficient; "remote" means at a great distance or away from the cities or populated areas; and "stingy" means cheap or not inclined to spend money.
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