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Example Question #27 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Quantity, And Variety
Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
LACKLUSTER.
Demanding
Uninspiring
Confident
Brilliant
Motivating
Uninspiring
“Lackluster” means uninspiring or not good enough. For clarification, it is loosely an antonym of “motivating.”
Example Question #31 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Quantity, And Variety
Choose the best synonym for the word in capital letters.
IMPECCABLE
pedantic
foolhardy
trivial
flawless
crooning
flawless
"Impeccable" means faultless or flawless.
Example Question #3231 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Choose the best synonym for the word in capital letters.
LACKLUSTER
sustainable
visual
voracious
uninspired
scientific
uninspired
"Lackluster" means lacking in vitality, or uninspired.
Example Question #3233 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Choose the best synonym for the word in capital letters.
INSIPID
pandering
sweet
bothersome
unimaginative
rancorous
unimaginative
"Insipid" means lacking interest, or unimaginative.
Example Question #1161 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
CRUDE
Rudimentary
Tantalizing
Ferocious
Illegal
Impressive
Rudimentary
"Crude" means made in a rudimentary or makeshift way.
Example Question #1162 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
HACKNEYED
Imaginative
Overused
Slipshod
Cantankerous
Ludicrous
Overused
"Hackneyed" means trite, unoriginal, or overused.
Example Question #31 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Quantity, And Variety
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
VAPID
Edible
Dull
Fiery
Trusting
Problematic
Dull
"Vapid" means dull or flat, so "dull" is the correct answer. None of the other words are close in meaning to "vapid": "fiery" means characterized by fire; "problematic" means difficult; "trusting" means believing; and "edible" means able to be eaten.
Example Question #32 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Quantity, And Variety
Synonyms: choose the answer closest in meaning to the word in question.
ATROCIOUS
Belligerent
Confidential
Eloquent
Wicked
Delightful
Wicked
"Atrocious" means wicked or brutal. "Eloquent" means expressive or persuasive in speech. "Belligerent" means aggressive and war-like. "Delightful" means pleasant or enjoyable. "Confidential" means secret and unknown to the public.
Example Question #33 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Quantity, And Variety
Synonyms: choose the answer closest in meaning to the word in question.
INSIPID
Hasty
Favorable
Amphibian
Bland
Competent
Bland
"Insipid" means bland or without taste. "Amphibian" is used to describe an animal or item that can exist or can function on land and in water. "Favorable" means approving or advantageous. "Competent" means capable and having the required skills to complete something. "Hasty" means done with speed, but not with thoroughness.
Example Question #34 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Quantity, And Variety
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
MARVELOUS
Astonishing
Natural
Interesting
Big
Typical
Astonishing
Something that is "marvelous" is amazing or beyong belief. "Astonishing" is the best choice because it means causing surprise or wonder. Considering the other choices, something that is "typical" is common and would not amaze anyone as a result. The other choices have no relation in meaning to "marvelous."
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