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Example Question #93 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
INTRIGUINGLY
Suddenly
Interestingly
Idly
Unethically
Tenderly
Interestingly
Something "intriguing" is interesting, curious, or fascinating. "Sudden" means abrupt or unexpected. "Unethical" means immoral. "Tender" means loving or gentle. "Idle" means inactive or unused.
Example Question #94 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MENACINGLY
Chronically
Maliciously
Magnanimously
Threateningly
Generously
Threateningly
Something "menacing" is threatening or frightening. "Malicious" means spiteful, and "chronic" means persistent or constant. "Magnanimous" and "generous" are synonyms.
Example Question #95 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
VACANTLY
Poorly
Criminally
Emptily
Skeptically
Boastfully
Emptily
"Vacant" means empty, blank, or unoccupied. "Poor" and "rich" are antonyms, as are "criminal" and "lawful." "Skeptical" means doubtful or unconvinced. To be "boastful" is to brag excessively.
Example Question #96 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
KEENLY
Hauntingly
Sharply
Loudly
Bitterly
Zealously
Sharply
"Keen" means sharp or eager, depending on the context. "Zealous" means fervent or fanatical. "Loud" and "quiet" are antonyms, as are "bitter" and "sweet." "Haunting" means moving, touching, or evocative.
Example Question #97 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
IMMODERATELY
Cluelessly
Excessively
Fashionably
Modestly
Humbly
Excessively
An "excessive" amount is too much, an "immoderate" amount. "Humble" means modest, and "fashionable" means stylish. "Clueless" means totally lacking in understanding and in comprehension.
Example Question #98 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
BLURRILY
Drunkenly
Merrily
Unclearly
Cheerfully
Tepidly
Unclearly
"Blurry" means unclear, indistinct, dim, or hazy. "Tepid" means lukewarm. "Drunken" means inebriated or intoxicated. "Merry" means lively and cheerful.
Example Question #91 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DISTINCTLY
Expensively
Importantly
Distinguishably
Entirely
Minimally
Distinguishably
Something "distinct" is well defined or distinguishable from other things. "Entirely" and "wholly" are synonyms, as are "minimal" and "negligible." "Expensive" means costly. "Important" means significant.
Example Question #100 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
LIVIDLY
Furiously
Rapidly
Quietly
Cautiously
Adventurously
Furiously
To be "livid" is to be furious or enraged. "Quiet" and "noisy" are antonyms, as are "adventurous" and "cautious." "Rapid" means quick or fast.
Example Question #1571 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PUNCTUALLY
Financially
Promptly
Religiously
Lately
Tardily
Promptly
Something "punctual" is prompt or on time. This is an antonym of "tardy," which means late. "Lately," on the other hand, means recently. "Financial" describes things related to money, and "religiously" describes things related to religion.
Example Question #1571 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
THANKFULLY
Falsely
Hungrily
Bravely
Voraciously
Gratefully
Gratefully
To be "thankful" is to be grateful or express gratitude. "Brave" means courageous, and "false" means untrue. "Voracious" means very hungry, ravenous.
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