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Example Question #91 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
INIMICALLY
Dutifully
Miserably
Ostensibly
Harmfully
Happily
Harmfully
"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
Affably
Vigorously
Insatiably
Tiredly
Rashly
Insatiably
"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
Dubiously
Pleasantly
Turbulently
Inimically
Deceptively
Inimically
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
Lethargically
Apathetically
Equivocally
Furiously
Ardently
Ardently
"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
Treacherously
Notoriously
Infamously
Jubilantly
Illustriously
Illustriously
"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
Ebulliently
Inscrutably
Worriedly
Apprehensively
Glumly
Ebulliently
"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
Gorgeously
Garrulously
Largely
Gregariously
Excessively
Excessively
"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
Frankly
Persistently
Avidly
Listlessly
Imperfectly
Persistently
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
Insightfully
Offensively
Placidly
Respectfully
Discerningly
Placidly
"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
Aptly
Assiduously
Sweetly
Obstreperously
Diligently
Obstreperously
"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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