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Example Question #31 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
DISPARATE
Insulting
Unequal
Gregarious
Parrotlike
Unequal
The word "disparate" means unequal. "Unequal" is the best choice because it is a part of the definition of "disparate." Considering the other choices, "parrotlike" means having the qualities of a parrot, "insulting" means causing offense or insult, and "gregarious" means loving the company of others.
Example Question #32 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives
Synonyms: Select the word or phrase that best matches the word in capital letters.
INERT
Delectable
Motionless
Abominable
Miserly
Somber
Motionless
"Inert" means motionless, still. To further help you, "delectable" means delicious, tasty; "miserly" means not generous; "abominable" means monstrous, offensive; "somber" means serious and sad.
Example Question #33 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
INERT
Visible
Impassioned
Audible
Static
Edible
Static
“Inert” means static or motionless, so "static" is the correct answer. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "inert": "visible" means able to be seen; "edible" means able to be eaten; "audible" means able to be heard; and "impassioned" means emotional.
Example Question #34 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
INERT
Capable
Limber
Still
Vocal
Inept
Still
"Inert" means lacking the ability or strength to move. If someone is inert, she is motionless or still.
Example Question #35 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
OBSTRUCTED
Hindered
Wary
Diffusive
Malignant
Prosperous
Hindered
If you are "obstructed," it means that you are hindered or having to deal with an obstacle in your way. So, "hindered" is the correct answer.
Example Question #36 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
EXPEDIENT
Quiet
Cautious
Pedal
Practical
Practical
"Expedient" means practical but possibly immoral. The best choice is "practical" because it is part of the definition of "expedient." Considering the other choices, a "pedal" is a lever controlled by foot in order to operate something, "cautious" means showing alertness in a dangerous situation, and "quiet" means silent or not saying much.
Example Question #37 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives
Synonyms: Select the word or phrase that best matches the word in capital letters.
RELUCTANT
Disinclined
Passive
Lucrative
Unknown
Reclusive
Disinclined
"Ruluctant" is defined as unwilling. This is similar to "disinclined."
Example Question #38 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PROFOUND
Limited
Earnest
Casual
Soluble
Prepared
Earnest
"Profound" is an adjective meaning "having or showing great knowledge or understanding," "difficult to understand : requiring deep thought or wisdom," or "very strongly felt." "Earnest," which means "resulting from or showing sincere and intense conviction," is the best answer because it is closest in meaning to "very strongly felt," and none of the answer choices are at all similar in meaning to any of the definitions of "profound."
Example Question #39 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
HYPOCRITICAL
Vindictive
Fraudulent
Ignorant
Cruel
Contemplative
Fraudulent
The word "hypocritical" means insincere; this is essentially the same as "fraudulent," which means false. "Vindictive" means cruel, and "contemplative" means pensive or thinking deeply about things.
Example Question #40 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives
Synonyms: Choose the answer that most closely matches the word in capital letters.
POTENTIAL
Refrain
Inert
Latent
Mentor
Occupant
Latent
“Potential” means possible or capable of becoming real. The closest answer choice is “latent,” which means hidden, lying dormant. To provide further help, “inert” means motionless; “occupant” means resident; a “mentor” is a teacher; “refrain” means to stop doing.
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