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Example Question #486 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
AMENABLY
Pleasurably
Painfully
Clumsily
Cooperatively
Plentifully
Cooperatively
If someone is "amenable," he or she is open, receptive, and cooperative. "Painful" and "pleasurable" are near antonyms. "Clumsy" means awkward or uncoordinated. "Plentiful" and "abundant" are synonyms.
Example Question #487 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PLENTIFULLY
Punishingly
Painfully
Repentantly
Overly
Abundantly
Abundantly
"Plentiful" and "abundant" both mean existing in large quantities. "Repentant" means feeling regret, remorse, and sorrow. "Overly" and "insufficiently" are antonyms, as are "painfully" and "pleasurably." "Punishingly" means in a punishing or taxing manner.
Example Question #488 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PUZZLINGLY
Bafflingly
Sardonically
Clearly
Charitably
Artistically
Bafflingly
"Puzzling" means baffling or confusing. This is a near antonym of "clear." "Charitable" means philanthropic, generous, or giving. "Artistic" means creative or aesthetic. "Sardonic" means sarcastic, mocking, or ironic.
Example Question #489 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SPARSELY
Technically
Aggressively
Thinly
Severely
Drunkenly
Thinly
"Sparse" means thin or scanty. "Drunken" and "inebriated" are synonyms, as are "technically" and "strictly." "Severe" can mean strict, acute, or harsh. To "spar" means to fight, but it's not the same word as "sparse," which doesn't have anything to do with aggression.
Example Question #490 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
IRRESPONSIBLY
Wildly
Industriously
Diligently
Riskily
Bravely
Riskily
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 #91 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ENVIOUSLY
Jealously
Uncomfortably
Maliciously
Eagerly
Suspiciously
Jealously
"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 #92 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
INTRIGUINGLY
Idly
Suddenly
Tenderly
Unethically
Interestingly
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 #93 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MENACINGLY
Generously
Threateningly
Maliciously
Chronically
Magnanimously
Threateningly
Something "menacing" is threatening or frightening. "Malicious" means spiteful, and "chronic" means persistent or constant. "Magnanimous" and "generous" are synonyms.
Example Question #94 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
VACANTLY
Poorly
Criminally
Boastfully
Emptily
Skeptically
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 #95 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
KEENLY
Sharply
Loudly
Bitterly
Zealously
Hauntingly
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.
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