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Example Question #2491 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DROLLY
Surreptitiously
Gloomily
Humorously
Inexorably
Fictitiously
Humorously
"Droll" is another word for humorous or mirthful. "Fictitious" means false, fabricated. "Gloomy" is a synonym for melancholy or downcast or, depending on context, dark and shadowy. "Surreptitious" and "furtive" are synonyms, as are "inexorable" and "unyielding."
Example Question #2492 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PERSIPACIOUSLY
Elastically
Perceptively
Assiduously
Relevantly
Oppressively
Perceptively
"Perspicacious" is another word for perceptive and astute. A synonym for "relevant" is germane, and a synonym for "oppressive" is overpowering, burdensome. To be "elastic" is to be flexible, either literally (as with fabric) or figuratively (as with a resilient personality). "Assiduous" is a synonym for "hardworking."
Example Question #2493 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
GLIBLY
Misanthropically
Discursively
Masterfully
Zoologically
Smoothly
Smoothly
"Glib" speech is smooth, polished, and not always sincere. "Masterful" is another word for expert or skillful. "Zoology" is the study of animals, and "misanthropy" is the hatred or dislike of humankind. "Discursive" means rambling, wordy, or meandering and usually refers to explanations or discussions.
Example Question #211 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RAPACIOUSLY
Impressionably
Diligently
Avariciously
Sedulously
Cleverly
Avariciously
"Rapacious" means avaricious, extremely greedy. "Diligent" and "sedulous" are both synonyms for hardworking. "Clever" means smart, shrewd, or crafty. If someone is "impressionable," they are suggestible, easy to influence.
Example Question #942 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
WAGGISHLY
Empirically
Woebegonely
Veraciously
Humorously
Voraciously
Humorously
Someone behaving "waggishly" is joking around in a mischievous or ridiculous way. This is a near antonym for "woebegone," or crestfallen. "Veracious" means truthful, while "voracious" means ravenous or very hungry. The word "empirical" describes things that are based on direct evidence rather than, say, abstract reason or emotion.
Example Question #943 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ASCETICALLY
Guilelessly
Picturesquely
Saccharinely
Austerely
Sardonically
Austerely
"Ascetic" means austere, severe, lacking in enjoyment and full of strict discipline. "Picturesque" means attractive or charming and usually describes landscapes. "Sardonic" is a synonym for "sarcastic," and "saccharine" means overly sentimental or sweet. "Guileless" means ingenuous or naive.
Example Question #944 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RETICENTLY
Gregariously
Grotesquely
Shyly
Melodically
Zealously
Shyly
Someone "reticent" is shy, withdrawn, or introverted. This is an antonym for "gregarious," which means social or outgoing. "Grotesque" means hideous and deformed. "Zealous" means ardent, impassioned, or fanatical. "Melodic," of course, is the adjective form of melody, a song or musical tune.
Example Question #951 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
UNWITTINGLY
Reluctantly
Eruditely
Serendipitously
Glibly
Unknowingly
Unknowingly
"Unwitting" means unknowing or unaware. "Erudite" means scholarly and learned. "Reluctant" is a synonym for "hesitant," while "serendipitous" means lucky or fortune. "Glib" means smooth-talking, slick, polished.
Example Question #952 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SUBLIMINALLY
Thrillingly
Copiously
Subconsciously
Punitively
Esoterically
Subconsciously
Something "subliminal" is below someone's consciousness or awareness. "Esoteric" is a synonym for "abstruse" or scholarly, and "copious" means abundant or profuse. "Punitive" is another word for punishing. "Thrilling" means exciting, galvanizing, or even shocking.
Example Question #953 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CIRCUMSPECTLY
Repetitively
Repentantly
Cautiously
Bodaciously
Inquisitively
Cautiously
"Circumspect" means cautious, wary, or guarded. "Bodacious" means excellent or very admirable, and "inquisitive" means questioning or curious. "Repentant" is a synonym for "penitent" or contrite. Another word for "repetitive" is "redundant."
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