SSAT Middle Level Verbal : Synonyms: Adverbs

Study concepts, example questions & explanations for SSAT Middle Level Verbal

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Example Questions

Example Question #91 : Synonyms: Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

IRRESPONSIBLY

Possible Answers:

Wildly

Diligently

Bravely

Industriously

Riskily

Correct answer:

Riskily

Explanation:

To be "risky" is to be dangerous and irresponsible. "Diligent" means hardworking and industrious. "Brave" and "courageous" are synonyms. While someone being irresponsible may also be wild, the two are not necessarily synonyms.

Example Question #491 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

ENVIOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Maliciously

Jealously

Suspiciously

Uncomfortably

Eagerly

Correct answer:

Jealously

Explanation:

"Jealous" and "envious" are synonyms. "Eager" means enthusiastic, and "suspicious" means doubtful or disreputable. "Uncomfortable" and "comfortable" are antonyms. "Malicious" means spiteful or harboring bad, harmful intentions.

Example Question #492 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

INTRIGUINGLY

Possible Answers:

Interestingly

Idly

Tenderly

Suddenly

Unethically

Correct answer:

Interestingly

Explanation:

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 #493 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

MENACINGLY

Possible Answers:

Generously

Threateningly

Chronically

Maliciously

Magnanimously

Correct answer:

Threateningly

Explanation:

Something "menacing" is threatening or frightening. "Malicious" means spiteful, and "chronic" means persistent or constant. "Magnanimous" and "generous" are synonyms.

Example Question #491 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

VACANTLY

Possible Answers:

Poorly

Boastfully

Skeptically

Criminally

Emptily

Correct answer:

Emptily

Explanation:

"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 #495 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

KEENLY

Possible Answers:

Loudly

Zealously

Bitterly

Sharply

Hauntingly

Correct answer:

Sharply

Explanation:

"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 #496 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

IMMODERATELY

Possible Answers:

Humbly

Modestly

Fashionably

Excessively

Cluelessly

Correct answer:

Excessively

Explanation:

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 #497 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

BLURRILY

Possible Answers:

Drunkenly

Tepidly

Unclearly

Cheerfully

Merrily

Correct answer:

Unclearly

Explanation:

"Blurry" means unclear, indistinct, dim, or hazy. "Tepid" means lukewarm. "Drunken" means inebriated or intoxicated. "Merry" means lively and cheerful.

Example Question #498 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

DISTINCTLY

Possible Answers:

Importantly

Expensively

Entirely

Distinguishably

Minimally

Correct answer:

Distinguishably

Explanation:

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 #499 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

LIVIDLY

Possible Answers:

Furiously

Rapidly

Adventurously

Cautiously

Quietly

Correct answer:

Furiously

Explanation:

To be "livid" is to be furious or enraged. "Quiet" and "noisy" are antonyms, as are "adventurous" and "cautious." "Rapid" means quick or fast.

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