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Example Question #764 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ZEALOUSLY
Pristinely
Energetically
Vigorously
Heatedly
Fervently
Fervently
"Zealous" means ardent or fervent. "Vigorous" and "energetic" are synonyms. "Pristine" means spotlessly clean. "Heated" means vehement or passionate.
Example Question #765 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
WRYLY
Ironically
Wistfully
Sinisterly
Fruitfully
Productively
Ironically
"Wry" means using ironic, mocking, or dry humor. "Fruitful" means productive and fertile. "Sinister" means ominous. "Wistful" means nostalgic.
Example Question #766 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
INSTANTANEOUSLY
Extremely
Stupidly
Bravely
Tinily
Immediately
Immediately
"Instantaneous" means instant or immediate. "Brave" and "courageous" are synonyms, as are "stupid" and "unintelligent." "Tiny" means very small, and "extremely" means very.
Example Question #31 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
URGENTLY
Direly
Strictly
Excruciatingly
Deafly
Suddenly
Direly
Something "urgent" is dire or pressing and requires immediate attention. "Deaf" means unable to hear, and "sudden" means unexpected and abrupt. "Strict" means stern or rigorous. "Excruciating" means extremely painful.
Example Question #31 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PLAUSIBLY
Incredibly
Vocally
Heroically
Credibly
Sonically
Credibly
Something "plausible" is credible or believable. "Incredible," which can mean impossible to believe or magnificent and wonderful, is sometimes a antonym of "plausible." 'Vocal" is the adjective form of "voice," and sonic is the adjective form of sound. "Heroic" means brave or valiant, in the manner of a hero or heroine.
Example Question #32 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DIFFIDENTLY
Funnily
Shyly
Boisterously
Believably
Difficultly
Shyly
"Diffident" means shy, modest, or timid. "Difficult" means challenging or hard, and "boisterous" means rowdy. "Funny" can mean humorous or strange, depending on the context. Something "believable" is plausible or credible.
Example Question #33 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
TANGIBLY
Peripherally
Taxingly
Zesty
Gaudily
Palpably
Palpably
Something "tangible" is palpable or perceptible by touch. Something "taxing" is punishing or demanding. "Peripheral" means external or on the outside border. "Gaudy" means showy, and "zesty," an adjective, means tangy or strong tasting and not tangible.
Example Question #34 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ASTUTELY
Hastily
Naively
Courageously
Shrewdly
Obstusely
Shrewdly
Someone "astute" is shrewd, sharp, or clever. "Obtuse" is an antonym of "astute." "Naive" means inexperienced, and "hasty" means hurried. "Courageous" and "brave" are synonyms.
Example Question #35 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
HEATEDLY
Deliberately
Passionately
Combatively
Intentionally
Dubiously
Passionately
"Heated" means passionate, fiery, or spirited. "Deliberate" and "intentional" are synonyms, as are "combative" and "aggressive." "Dubious" means doubtful.
Example Question #36 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
LISTLESSLY
Thankfully
Lecherously
Reverently
Tiredly
Jubilantly
Tiredly
Someone "listless" is tired or lacking in energy. "Lecherous" means lustful, and "reverent" means worshipful or respectful. "Jubilant" means joyful, and "thankful" means grateful.
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