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Example Question #321 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DECREPIT
Pessimistic
Scandalous
Dilapidated
Suspicious
Skeptical
Dilapidated
"Decrepit" and "dilapidated" both mean old, worn out, or falling apart due to neglect. Someone who is skeptical has doubts or is unconvinced, and someone who is suspicious also has doubts or distrust. "Pessimistic," the opposite of optimistic, means having a negative outlook on life, and "scandalous" means disgraceful or outrageous.
Example Question #322 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
NONDESCRIPT
Functional
Silent
Unremarkable
Magnificent
Unusual
Unremarkable
"Nondescript" describes something that lacks distinct or interesting characteristics, something that is not remarkable in any way. Something silent makes no noise, something functional works or functions correctly, and something unusual is strange or out of the ordinary. "Magnificent" is a word meaning beautiful, excellent, or striking.
Example Question #323 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DAMP
Moist
Deep
Nocturnal
Dismal
Earthy
Moist
"Damp" means slightly wet or moist. Deep means the opposite of shallow, and "nocturnal" means taking place at night. "Earthy" is a word that can describe soil or hearty, strong people. "Dismal" means depressing and gloomy.
Example Question #324 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
GAUZY
Translucent
Fashionable
Too loud
Talkative
Showy
Translucent
"Gauzy," which is often used to describe veil-like fabric, means thin and translucent. "Fashionable" means stylish and is often used to describe people or clothing. "Showy" means having a striking or flashy appearance, often drawing too much attention to itself. Someone who is "talkative" is very chatty and talks frequently.
Example Question #325 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
VACANT
Cautious
Grim
Free
Unoccupied
Obnoxious
Unoccupied
"Vacant" means empty or unoccupied. "Free" means uncontrolled or unrestrained by others; "cautious" means wary or careful. "Grim" means depressing or forbidding, and often describes situations or people's expressions. "Obnoxious" means offensive and annoying.
Example Question #326 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SCINTILLATING
Cruel
Sparkling
Distinct
Dreary
Capacious
Sparkling
"Scintillating" means sparkling or shiny. "Dreary," a near opposite, means dull and depressing. "Distinct" means distinguishable or easily recognizable and different from other things; "cruel" means intentionally and carelessly causing pain to others. "Capacious" means roomy or full of space, as in a capacious cavern or ballroom.
Example Question #327 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PIERCING
Punishing
Swift
Chilly
Monotonous
Keen
Keen
"Keen" and "piercing" both mean sharp, penetrating, or biting. "Chilly" means cool, either figuratively or literally, and swift means quick. "Monotonous," on the other hand, means dull, repetitious, tedious, and uninteresting.
Example Question #328 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
FUCHSIA
Beautiful
Turgid
Lukewarm
Savory
Pink
Pink
"Fuchsia" is a purplish pink color. "Savory" means appetizing and good tasting; "lukewarm" describes the temperature between hot and cold (room temperature). "Turgid" means stiff or swollen. "Beautiful" means very pretty or otherwise aesthetically pleasing.
Example Question #329 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
TRANSPARENT
Clear
Rigid
Broken
Murky
Optimistic
Clear
Something "transparent" either allows light to pass through it or is easy to perceive. "Optimistic", the opposite of pessimistic, means having a positive and hopeful outlook. "Broken" means not working, not functional. "Murky" can mean dark and gloomy or it can mean unclear and not well explained. "Rigid" means stiff and unbending.
Example Question #330 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DRAB
Dull
Tiny
Corrugated
Minuscule
Vigorous
Dull
"Drab" means dreary, dull, and/or uninteresting. "Tiny" and "minuscule" both mean very small. "Corrugated" describes a ridged or grooved material. "Vigorous" means strong and energetic.
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