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Example Question #781 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PUZZLINGLY
Bafflingly
Charitably
Artistically
Clearly
Sardonically
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 #782 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SPARSELY
Aggressively
Drunkenly
Technically
Severely
Thinly
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
Industriously
Bravely
Wildly
Diligently
Riskily
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
Suspiciously
Jealously
Eagerly
Maliciously
Uncomfortably
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
Interestingly
Suddenly
Unethically
Tenderly
Idly
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
Maliciously
Threateningly
Chronically
Magnanimously
Generously
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
Boastfully
Emptily
Skeptically
Poorly
Criminally
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
Hauntingly
Zealously
Bitterly
Loudly
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.
Example Question #96 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
IMMODERATELY
Humbly
Fashionably
Modestly
Cluelessly
Excessively
Excessively
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 #97 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
BLURRILY
Cheerfully
Unclearly
Drunkenly
Merrily
Tepidly
Unclearly
"Blurry" means unclear, indistinct, dim, or hazy. "Tepid" means lukewarm. "Drunken" means inebriated or intoxicated. "Merry" means lively and cheerful.
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