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Example Question #175 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MALADROIT
Bothersome
Stubborn
Clumsy
Cheerful
Evil
Clumsy
"Maladroit" means ineffective, bungling, or clumsy.
Example Question #176 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SYMPATHETIC
Pitiful
Forlorn
Pathetic
Plaintive
Empathetic
Empathetic
"Sympathetic" and "empathetic" are closely related in meaning, showing understanding or approval toward an idea, action, or person. The other words do not share this meaning but do have similar meanings themselves.
Example Question #177 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
BOLD
Mild-mannered
Sublime
Wealthy
Obvious
Audacious
Audacious
"Bold" and "audacious" are synonyms describing an outgoing, courageous personality. The other words do not share this meaning. "Mild-mannered" is an antonym to "bold" and "audacious." The other words are not adjectives used to describe personality traits.
Example Question #178 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CONSCIENTIOUS
Dutiful
Eternal
Ravenous
Frank
Advantageous
Dutiful
"Conscientious" means responsible and dutiful. "Eternal" means everlasting. "Advantageous" means beneficial. "Ravenous" means very hungry. "Frank" means curt and direct.
Example Question #179 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ELOQUENT
Articulate
Evasive
Excruciating
Partial
Convivial
Articulate
"Eloquent" means fluent. "Partially" and "wholly" are antonyms, as are "excruciatingly" and "painlessly." "Evasive" and "elusive" are synonyms, and "convivial" means cheerful.
Example Question #1951 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
FRIVOLOUS
Stingy
Philanthropic
Carefree
Advantageous
Lonely
Carefree
"Frivolous" means carefree or flighty. "Advantageous" and "beneficial" are synonyms, as are "charitable" and "philanthropic." "Stingy" means cheap or miserly. "Lonely" means alone, solitary.
Example Question #1952 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
OBLIVIOUS
Alert
Rowdy
Clueless
Sinister
Victorious
Clueless
Someone "oblivious" is completely clueless or unaware of something. This is the opposite of "alert," which means watchful. "Victorious" means triumphant. "Rowdy" means loud and boisterous. "Sinister" means ominous.
Example Question #1953 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
VIVACIOUS
Lively
Somber
Intruiging
Glum
Inquisitive
Lively
"Vivacious" means "lively." "Inquisitive" means curious, while "intriguing" means interesting or sparking one's curiosity. "Somber" means grave in manner, and "glum" means gloomy.
Example Question #1954 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ARTICULATE
Contrary
Resilient
Lecherous
Forthright
Eloquent
Eloquent
Someone "articulate" is eloquent and well spoken. "Contrary" can mean contradictory or uncooperative, depending on the context. "Resilient" means strong and tough. "Forthright" means direct or frank. "Lecherous" and "lustful" are synonyms.
Example Question #1955 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
BOISTEROUS
Just
Taciturn
Painless
Rowdy
Rash
Rowdy
Someone "boisterous" is rambunctious, noisy, and rowdy. This is an antonym of "taciturn," which means quiet and shy. "Painful" and "painless" are antonyms. "Rash" means irresponsible and reckless. "Just" means fair.
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