SSAT Upper Level Verbal : Synonyms: Adverbs

Study concepts, example questions & explanations for SSAT Upper Level Verbal

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Example Questions

Example Question #91 : Synonyms: Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

INIMICALLY

Possible Answers:

Happily

Ostensibly

Miserably

Dutifully

Harmfully

Correct answer:

Harmfully

Explanation:

"Inimical" means harmful and damaging. "Miserable" and "happy" are antonyms. "Dutiful" means dedicated and responsible. "Ostensible" means apparent or supposed.

Example Question #92 : Synonyms: Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

VORACIOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Tiredly

Insatiably

Affably

Vigorously

Rashly

Correct answer:

Insatiably

Explanation:

"Voracious" and "insatiable" are both synonyms for very hungry. "Vigorous" means energetic or strong and robust. "Affable" means amiable and cheerful. "Rash" means reckless and hasty.

Example Question #93 : Synonyms: Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

DETRIMENTAL

Possible Answers:

Inimically

Dubiously

Pleasantly

Deceptively

Turbulently

Correct answer:

Inimically

Explanation:

Both "detrimental" and "inimical" mean harmful. "Pleasant" means agreeable and pleasing; "dubious" means doubtful. "Deceptive" and "deceitful" are synonyms. "Turbulent" means stormy.

Example Question #94 : Synonyms: Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

FERVIDLY

Possible Answers:

Equivocally

Lethargically

Furiously

Ardently

Apathetically

Correct answer:

Ardently

Explanation:

"Fervid" means ardent, fervent, and passionate. This is an antonym of "apathetic." "Lethargic" means slow and sluggish, and "furious" means very angry. "Equivocal" means ambiguous and unclear.

Example Question #95 : Synonyms: Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

EMINENTLY

Possible Answers:

Notoriously

Jubilantly

Treacherously

Illustriously

Infamously

Correct answer:

Illustriously

Explanation:

"Eminent" and "illustrious" both mean distinguished and well known, well respected. "Infamy" and "notoriety" also both connote fame, but for bad and nefarious reasons. "Treacherous" means traitorous, and "jubilant" means exultant, overjoyed.

Example Question #96 : Synonyms: Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

EXUBERANTLY

Possible Answers:

Apprehensively

Glumly

Ebulliently

Worriedly

Inscrutably

Correct answer:

Ebulliently

Explanation:

"Exuberant" and "ebullient" are synonyms that mean joyful, energetic, and cheerful. This is an antonym of "glum." "Worriedly" and "apprehensively" are synonyms, as are "inscrutable" and "inexplicable."

Example Question #97 : Synonyms: Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

EXORBITANTLY

Possible Answers:

Gorgeously

Largely

Garrulously

Excessively

Gregariously

Correct answer:

Excessively

Explanation:

"Exorbitant" means excessive or prohibitively high. "Gorgeous" means very beautiful, and "largely" means mostly or mainly. "Gregarious" describes someone who is outgoing, while "garrulous" describes someone who is talkative.

Example Question #98 : Synonyms: Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

TENACIOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Imperfectly

Avidly

Persistently

Frankly

Listlessly

Correct answer:

Persistently

Explanation:

Someone "tenacious" is persistent and determined, dogged. "Avid" means keen and eager. "Frank" means forthright and candid. "Listless" means tired and lacking energy. "Perfect" and "imperfect" are antonyms.

Example Question #99 : Synonyms: Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

SERENELY

Possible Answers:

Discerningly

Placidly

Respectfully

Insightfully

Offensively

Correct answer:

Placidly

Explanation:

"Serene" means calm and placid. "Offensive" means insulting and disrespectful, which is an antonym of "respectful." "Discerning" means perceptive or having good judgment. "Insightful" and "intuitive" are synonyms.

Example Question #100 : Synonyms: Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

RAMBUNCTIOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Aptly

Sweetly

Assiduously

Diligently

Obstreperously

Correct answer:

Obstreperously

Explanation:

"Rambunctious" means both boisterous and obstreperous. "Sweet" can mean sugary or pleasing, depending on the context. "Apt" means appropriate or suitable. "Assiduous" and "diligent" both mean hardworking.

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