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Example Question #831 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
EMINENTLY
Illustriously
Jubilantly
Treacherously
Infamously
Notoriously
Illustriously
"Eminent" and "illustrious" both mean distinguished and well known, well respected. "Infamy" and "notoriety" also both connote fame, but for bad and nefarious reasons. "Treacherous" means traitorous, and "jubilant" means exultant, overjoyed.
Example Question #832 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
EXUBERANTLY
Worriedly
Apprehensively
Glumly
Ebulliently
Inscrutably
Ebulliently
"Exuberant" and "ebullient" are synonyms that mean joyful, energetic, and cheerful. This is an antonym of "glum." "Worriedly" and "apprehensively" are synonyms, as are "inscrutable" and "inexplicable."
Example Question #833 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
EXORBITANTLY
Excessively
Gorgeously
Gregariously
Garrulously
Largely
Excessively
"Exorbitant" means excessive or prohibitively high. "Gorgeous" means very beautiful, and "largely" means mostly or mainly. "Gregarious" describes someone who is outgoing, while "garrulous" describes someone who is talkative.
Example Question #834 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
TENACIOUSLY
Listlessly
Persistently
Imperfectly
Avidly
Frankly
Persistently
Someone "tenacious" is persistent and determined, dogged. "Avid" means keen and eager. "Frank" means forthright and candid. "Listless" means tired and lacking energy. "Perfect" and "imperfect" are antonyms.
Example Question #835 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SERENELY
Placidly
Insightfully
Respectfully
Offensively
Discerningly
Placidly
"Serene" means calm and placid. "Offensive" means insulting and disrespectful, which is an antonym of "respectful." "Discerning" means perceptive or having good judgment. "Insightful" and "intuitive" are synonyms.
Example Question #836 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RAMBUNCTIOUSLY
Obstreperously
Assiduously
Diligently
Aptly
Sweetly
Obstreperously
"Rambunctious" means both boisterous and obstreperous. "Sweet" can mean sugary or pleasing, depending on the context. "Apt" means appropriate or suitable. "Assiduous" and "diligent" both mean hardworking.
Example Question #837 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PETULANTLY
Convivially
Eminently
Forbiddingly
Illustriously
Querulously
Querulously
"Petulant" and "querulous" both mean irritable. "Eminent" means distinguished. "Forbidding" means grim and uninviting. "Convivial" and "cheerful" are synonyms.
Example Question #838 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CERTIFIABLY
Auspiciously
Verifiably
Lavishly
Bountifully
Infamously
Verifiably
"Certifiable" and "verifiable" are synonyms meaning able to be confirmed. "Lavish" means luxurious and rich. "Bountiful" means abundant and plentiful. "Auspiciously" means promisingly. "Infamous" means notorious.
Example Question #839 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DESPICABLY
Detrimentally
Contemptibly
Furtively
Agonizingly
Excruciatingly
Contemptibly
"Despicable" and "contemptible" both mean loathsome. Both "agonizing" and "excruciating" both mean very painful. "Furtive" means sneaky, surreptitious, secretive. "Detrimental" means harmful and damaging.
Example Question #840 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RESOLUTELY
Euphorically
Earnestly
Purposelessly
Auspiciously
Determinedly
Determinedly
"Resolute" means "determined" and purposeful. This is an antonym of "purposeless." "Earnest" means sincere, and "auspicious" means promising or favorable. "Euphoric" means ecstatic and elated.
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