SSAT Middle Level Verbal : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #111 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

IRRITABLY

Possible Answers:

Effortlessly

Crankily

Pleasurably

Vengefully

Viciously

Correct answer:

Crankily

Explanation:

To be "irritable" is to be cranky, grumpy, or easily annoyed. "Pleasurable" is a near antonyms of "painful," and "vicious" means cruel. "Effortless" means easy, done with little or no effort. "Vengeful" means wanting or seeking vengeance, revenge.

Example Question #112 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

SELDOM

Possible Answers:

Rarely

Frequently

Occasionally

Usually

Never

Correct answer:

Rarely

Explanation:

The adverb "seldom" means occurring irregularly, occurring on rare occasions, rarely. Additionally, "frequently" means occurring often; "occasionally" means occurring every now and then, sometimes happening.

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