SSAT Upper Level Verbal : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #101 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

PETULANTLY

Possible Answers:

Querulously

Forbiddingly

Convivially

Illustriously

Eminently

Correct answer:

Querulously

Explanation:

"Petulant" and "querulous" both mean irritable. "Eminent" means distinguished. "Forbidding" means grim and uninviting. "Convivial" and "cheerful" are synonyms.

Example Question #102 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

CERTIFIABLY

Possible Answers:

Infamously

Lavishly

Auspiciously

Bountifully

Verifiably

Correct answer:

Verifiably

Explanation:

"Certifiable" and "verifiable" are synonyms meaning able to be confirmed. "Lavish" means luxurious and rich. "Bountiful" means abundant and plentiful. "Auspiciously" means promisingly. "Infamous" means notorious.

Example Question #101 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

DESPICABLY

Possible Answers:

Furtively

Agonizingly

Detrimentally

Excruciatingly

Contemptibly

Correct answer:

Contemptibly

Explanation:

"Despicable" and "contemptible" both mean loathsome. Both "agonizing" and "excruciating" both mean very painful. "Furtive" means sneaky, surreptitious, secretive. "Detrimental" means harmful and damaging.

Example Question #102 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

RESOLUTELY

Possible Answers:

Determinedly

Auspiciously

Earnestly

Purposelessly

Euphorically

Correct answer:

Determinedly

Explanation:

"Resolute" means "determined" and purposeful. This is an antonym of "purposeless." "Earnest" means sincere, and "auspicious" means promising or favorable. "Euphoric" means ecstatic and elated.

Example Question #103 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

DELETERIOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Ecstatically

Furtively

Elatedly

Surreptitiously

Perniciously

Correct answer:

Perniciously

Explanation:

"Deleterious" and "pernicious" both mean harmful. "Surreptitious" and "furtive" both mean secretive and sneaky. "Ecstatic" means very happy, elated, or euphoric.

Example Question #104 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

STEALTHILY

Possible Answers:

Discreetly

Solemnly

Surreptitiously

Chronically

Inconspicuously

Correct answer:

Surreptitiously

Explanation:

"Stealthy" and "surreptitious" both mean secretive and sneaky. "Inconspicuous" and "discreet" are synonyms. "Chronic" means persistent or long-term. "Solemn" means grave and somber.

Example Question #105 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

OSTENSIBLY

Possible Answers:

Enervated

Supposedly

Heatedly

Listlessly

Trifingly

Correct answer:

Supposedly

Explanation:

"Ostensible" means apparent or supposed. "Heated" means passionate, and "trifling" means insignificant or unimportant. "Listless" means lacking in energy or tired, and is a near synonym for "enervated," which means weakened by exhaustion.

Example Question #106 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

PERCEPTIVELY

Possible Answers:

Hastily

Placidly

Rashly

Tempestuously

Attentively

Correct answer:

Attentively

Explanation:

To be "perceptive" is to be attentive or discerning. "Rash" means hasty or reckless. "Tempestuous" means turbulent and stormy, which is a near antonym for "placid," or calm.

Example Question #107 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

EQUIVOCALLY

Possible Answers:

Cheerily

Ambiguously

Cynically

Insolently

Gregariously

Correct answer:

Ambiguously

Explanation:

"Equivocal" and "ambiguous" both mean unclear, vague. "Cheery" means happy and optimistic, a near antonym for "cynical." "Gregarious" means outgoing, and "insolent" is another word for impertinent.

Example Question #108 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

DOGGEDLY

Possible Answers:

Deleteriously

Genially

Superficially

Perniciously

Determinedly

Correct answer:

Determinedly

Explanation:

"Dogged" means "determined," resolute. "Deleterious" means harmful and damaging, as does "pernicious." "Superficial" means shallow (either physically or as a personality trait), and "genial" means friendly, personable.

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