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Example Question #181 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
FRIVOLOUS
Advantageous
Stingy
Philanthropic
Lonely
Carefree
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 #182 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
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OBLIVIOUS
Alert
Victorious
Rowdy
Sinister
Clueless
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 #183 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
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VIVACIOUS
Somber
Lively
Glum
Intruiging
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 #184 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
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ARTICULATE
Resilient
Eloquent
Contrary
Forthright
Lecherous
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 #185 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
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BOISTEROUS
Rash
Rowdy
Taciturn
Just
Painless
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.
Example Question #186 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
FLIPPANT
Persuasive
Gregarious
Frivolous
Pugnacious
Avaricious
Frivolous
"Flippant" means both frivolous and carefree. "Avaricious" means greedy, and "persuasive" means convincing. "Pugnacious" means combative or aggressive. "Gregarious" means outgoing and engaging.
Example Question #187 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
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INEPT
Fortuitous
Incompetent
Lucky
Adroit
Tranquil
Incompetent
"Inept" and "incompetent" are synonyms. This is an antonym of "adroit" or "skillful." "Tranquil" means peaceful and calm. "Fortunate" means lucky, as does "fortuitous."
Example Question #188 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
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RESOURCEFUL
Smelly
Enterprising
Opulent
Avaricious
Leery
Enterprising
"Resourceful" and "enterprising" are synonyms. While someone who is "opulent" or "rich" may have many "resources," the two are actually not synonyms. "Avaricious" means greedy, and "smelly" means having or emitting a bad odor. "Leery" means cautious.
Example Question #189 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
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DISCREET
Monstrous
Inconspicuous
Separate
Reckless
Hideous
Inconspicuous
Someone who is "discreet" is cautious or inconspicuous. This is an antonym of "reckless." "Hideous" means very ugly, and "monstrous" means monster-like. "Discrete," a different word from "discreet," can be used to mean separate and distinct from something else.
Example Question #190 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
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PROPHETIC
Collective
Myopic
Farsighted
Individual
Distraught
Farsighted
Someone who is "prophetic" is clairvoyant, able to see and predict the future well. "Myopic" is an antonym meaning nearsighted. "Individual" and "collective" are antonyms, and "distraught" means deeply upset and distressed.
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