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Example Question #521 : Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
INTELLECTUAL
Dangerous
Cerebellum
Interesting
Educated
Lyrical
Educated
"Intellectual" is defined as relating to reasoning and understanding, especially with regard to abstract and rational matters; thus "educated" is the best answer choice.
Example Question #522 : Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
COARSE
Verbose
Vulgar
High
Soft
Dull
Vulgar
Coarse means rough in texture or rude and vulgar, so "vulgar" is the correct answer. For instance, swear words are often referred to as "coarse language" or "vulgar language."
Example Question #521 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MILD
Understanding
Harsh
Congratulatory
Doubtful
Gentle
Gentle
"Mild" is an adjective that can mean gentle or moderate. So, "harsh" cannot be the correct answer, because "harsh" is an adjective that can mean severe, making it an antonym, not a synonym, of "mild." "Gentle," however, is an adjective that means mild and tender or moderate. So, because "gentle" is the answer choice closest in meaning to "mild," "gentle" is the correct answer.
Example Question #522 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
TIMID
Silent
Calm
Bold
Shy
Audible
Shy
"Timid" means shy, so "shy" is the correct answer. To help you, "bold" means brave and confident, and "audible" means able to be heard. (The root "aud" is often found in words that have to do with hearing, like "auditory" (having to do with sound and hearing) and "auditorium" (a large room in which concerts and performances are held).)
Example Question #523 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
VALIANT
Humorous
Brave
Timid
Meek
Shocked
Brave
Someone who is "valiant" is very brave, so "brave" is the correct answer. To help you, "humorous" means funny, "shocked" means surprised, and "meek" and "timid" are both synonyms of shy.
Example Question #526 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
METICULOUS
Synchronized
Severed
Disastrous
Uncoordinated
Precise
Precise
“Meticulous” means careful or paying attention to detail, which is the same as if someone is “precise,” which means paying attention to detail. So, "precise" is the correct answer. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "meticulous": “uncoordinated” means not organized or clumsy; “synchronized” means in or on time with something; “severed” means cut off; and “disastrous” means unfortunate or terrible.
Example Question #527 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RELIABLE
Dependable
Interesting
Unsteady
Astounding
Hearty
Dependable
"Reliable" means able to be relied on or trustworthy, so the answer choice that is closest in meaning to "reliable" is "dependable," which means able to be depended on or trustworthy. "Irresponsible" is an opposite, or antonym, of "reliable," and means not acting responsibly or not able to be relied upon. None of the other answer choices are related in meaning to "reliable": "hearty" means substantial when referring to food and boisterous and cheerful when referring to people; "astounding" means amazing or shocking; and "interesting" means holding one's attention or fascinating.
Example Question #528 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
COMPASSIONATE
Kind
Trusting
Sympathetic
Wonderful
Needy
Kind
To be compassionate is to be caring. "Kind" means caring and supportive, and thus is a close synonym to "compassionate."
Example Question #529 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CANNY
Perilous
Clever
Fortunate
Foolish
Wistful
Clever
Someone who is “canny” is sneaky, clever, and cunning. In nature, foxes are often described as “canny,” while in human society, you might call a politician or a salesman “canny.” To provide further help, “foolish” means silly; “wistful” means thinking about the past in a sad way; “perilous” means dangerous; “fortunate” means lucky.
Example Question #530 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
HEROIC
Literary
Boastful
Brave
Beneficial
Puny
Brave
Something “heroic” has the characteristics of a hero, and as such it is most similar to the word “brave.” To provide further help, someone who is “boastful” likes talking about him- or herself; and “beneficial” means helpful.
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