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Example Question #471 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SHODDILY
Gloomily
Dingily
Impoverished
Cheaply
Childishly
Cheaply
"Shoddy" work is work that is cheaply or poorly made. "Dingy" means gloomy and dark. "Childish" and "mature" are near antonyms, as are "wealthy" and "impoverished."
Example Question #472 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MOCKINGLY
Perilously
Preciously
Vigorously
Robustly
Scornfully
Scornfully
To "mock" someone or something is to express scorn or contempt for that person or thing. "Robust" means strong, sturdy, or vigorous. "Precious" means valuable or beloved. "Perilous" means dangerous.
Example Question #471 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ROBUSTLY
Healthily
Incorruptibly
Sinfully
Talkatively
Strongly
Strongly
"Robust" means sturdy, strong, vigorous, or energetic. "Healthy" and "sick" are antonyms, as are "incorruptible" and "sinful." "Talkative" and "taciturn" (quiet) are also antonyms.
Example Question #472 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
HONESTLY
Comfortingly
Femininely
Egocentrically
Incorruptibly
Soothingly
Incorruptibly
To be "incorruptible" is to be "honest" and unable to be led astray by others. "Feminine" and "masculine" are antonyms, as are "egocentric" and "selfless." To "soothe" is to calm someone or alleviate his/her discomfort, which makes it a close synonym to the verb to comfort.
Example Question #475 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DASHINGLY
Condescendingly
Stylishly
Patronizingly
Clumsily
Unattractively
Stylishly
"Dashing" means lively, spirited, stylish, or attractive. It is a near antonym of "unattractive." "Clumsy" means awkward or uncoordinated. To "patronize" someone is to treat him or her condescendingly or look down on him or her.
Example Question #471 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
HUMBLY
Modestly
Highly
Plentifully
Courageously
Uncommonly
Modestly
To be "humble" is to be modest or have a low estimation of one's own value. "Highly" and "lowly" are antonyms, as are "commonly" and "uncommonly." "Courageous" means brave, and "plentiful" means bountiful or abundant.
Example Question #476 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
APPREHENSIVELY
Curiously
Mysteriously
Ordinarily
Abundantly
Worriedly
Worriedly
To be "apprehensive" about something is to be worried about or fearful of it. "Mysterious" means puzzling, baffling, or strange. Something that is "abundant" is plentiful or available in large quantities. "Curious" can mean strange or inquisitive, depending on the context. "Ordinarily" and "normally" are synonyms.
Example Question #477 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CONTEMPLATIVELY
Spiritually
Sparsely
Generously
Adventurously
Thoughtfully
Thoughtfully
To be "contemplative" is to be thoughtful or reflective. While some "spiritual" practices involve great contemplation, the two words are not actually synonyms. To be "generous" is to be kind or to offer more of something than is strictly necessary. Someone who is "adventurous" is daring, willing to take risks and try new things. "Sparse" means thin or lacking in abundance.
Example Question #478 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
HURRIEDLY
Hastily
Clearly
Suspiciously
Deliberately
Gullibly
Hastily
"Hurried" means hasty, rushed, or too quick. "Deliberately," which means slowly or intentionally, is a near antonym. "Suspicious" means doubtful or distrustful, and "gullible" means too trusting. "Clear" and "murky" are antonyms.
Example Question #479 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
OBEDIENTLY
Complainingly
Compliantly
Cheaply
Timidly
Silently
Compliantly
To be "obedient" is to be compliant, to follow rules without complaint. "Complaining" is the act of protesting or whining about something. "Cheap" means inexpensive, and "silent" means lacking in noise. While "timidity" or "meekness" is sometimes a characteristic of obedient people, the two words are not synonyms.
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