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Example Question #1461 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
OPTIMAL
Optional
Ideal
Worst
Usable
Defective
Ideal
"Optimal" is an adjective describing a noun that is the best or as well-suited to something as can be. Of the answer choices, "ideal" has the closest meaning.
Example Question #1462 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RAMSHACKLE
Destructive
Pristine
Nuanced
Annoying
Dilapidated
Dilapidated
“Ramshackle” means in very poor condition, so we need to pick out an answer choice that means in disrepair. That means that “pristine” cannot be the correct answer, because “pristine” is an adjective that can mean, spotless, perfect, or in something's original condition making it an antonym, not a synonym, of “ramshackle.” “Dilapidated,” however, is an adjective that is used of a building or object and means in disrepair, and because “dilapidated” is the answer choice closest in meaning to “ramshackle,” “dilapidated” is the correct answer.
Example Question #1463 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
IMPECCABLE
Brown
Invincible
Utilitarian
Affectionate
Perfect
Perfect
"Impeccable" means flawless, or "perfect."
Example Question #1464 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
HACKNEYED
Homeless
Original
Trite
Destitute
Weird
Trite
"Hackneyed" means trite, unoriginal or old-fashioned, so "trite" is the correct answer. For clarification, "destitute" means very poor, "original" means first or authentic, "homeless" means not having a home, and "weird" means eerie or strange.
Example Question #26 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Quantity, And Variety
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
SUBLIME
Denigrate
Magnificent
Noxious
Absolution
Paltry
Magnificent
"Sublime" means perfect or awe-inspiring, so "magnificent," which means impressive, striking, or excellent, is the correct answer. For clarification, "paltry" means meager, "noxious" means toxic or poisonous, "absolution" means forgiveness, and "denigrate" means belittle or criticize.
Example Question #1465 : Synonyms
A synonym of "insipid" is . . .
exciting
ennui
quixotic
flavorful
humdrum
humdrum
"Insipid" is an adjective that means "tasteless, flavorless, or bland" when referring to food or drink, and "unimaginative, drab, or tedious" when referring to writing, art, or ideas. While "ennui" might look like a good candidate for a synonym of "insipid," ennui is a noun that means "a feeling of listlessness and dissatisfaction arising from a lack of occupation or excitement," and while something that is insipid might cause a state of ennui, "ennui" is a noun and "insipid" an adjective, so "ennui" cannot be the correct answer. "Humdrum," however, can be used as an adjective meaning "lacking excitement or variety; dull; monotonous." Because "humdrum" is the answer choice closest in meaning to "insipid," "humdrum" is the correct answer.
Example Question #1467 : Synonyms
Synonyms: choose the answer with the meaning closest to the word in question.
Glorious
Arrogant
Dependable
Depressing
Wonderful
Huge
Wonderful
"Glorious" means wonderful, or having glory.
Example Question #1468 : Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
MEDIOCRE
Exceptional
Distinct
Wonderful
Ordinary
Strange
Ordinary
"Mediocre" means common or ordinary, so "ordinary" is the correct answer.
Example Question #28 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Quantity, And Variety
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MEAGER
Scarce
Ample
Reluctant
Marginal
Deduce
Scarce
"Meager" is an adjective that describes a very small amount. For example, "His meager meal included one piece of bread and a small cup of milk." If something is "scarce,' it is not abundant. These two words are very similar. "Ample" is an antonym to "meager."
Example Question #1466 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PROFUSE
Infinite
Benign
Abundant
Substantial
Sparse
Abundant
"Profuse" is an adjective that means "abundant" or plentiful.
"Infinite" means limitless, or impossible to measure or calculate. "Substantial" means important, large, or valuable. "Benign" means gentle or kind, and in medical terms means not harmful. "Sparse" is an antonym of "profuse" and means few or infrequent.
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