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Example Question #841 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
LAVISHLY
Somnolently
Dubiously
Luxuriously
Questionably
Fragrantly
Luxuriously
"Lavish" means "extravagant," "luxurious," or "opulent." "Dubious" means doubtful or questionable, depending on the context. "Fragrant" is the adjective form of "fragrance," which means smell or perfume, and is usually used to connote a pleasant smell. "Somnolent" means sleepy.
Example Question #842 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SUPERCILLIOUSLY
Mechanically
Haughtily
Modestly
Treacherously
Ambiguously
Haughtily
"Supercilious" means haughty, arrogant, or stuck up. This is an antonym of "modest," which means humble. "Treacherous" means traitorous, and "ambiguous" means vague, unclear, or open for interpretation.
Example Question #843 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
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INSOLENTLY
Glamorously
Impertinently
Querulously
Salubriously
Somnolently
Impertinently
"Insolent" and "impertinent" are synonyms. "Salubrious" means healthful, and "querulous" means irritable or crabby. "Glamorous" means stylish, enchanting, or attractive. "Somnolent" means sleepy.
Example Question #844 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
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INDOLENTLY
Irrelevantly
Eagerly
Lazily
Rudely
Affably
Lazily
"Indolence" is another word for laziness or sloth. "Eager" means enthusiastic or avid. "Affable" means friendly and amiable. "Rude" is a synonym for "insolent," not indolent -- an easy mistake to make. "Relevant" and "irrelevant" are antonyms.
Example Question #851 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
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INEPTLY
Mournfully
Incompetently
Lugubriously
Adroitly
Skeptically
Incompetently
"Inept" means "incompetent," unskilled, or inexpert. This is an antonym for "adroit," or skilled. "Lugubrious" is another word for glum, as is "mournful." "Skeptical" means having doubts or difficult to convince.
Example Question #852 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
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SOCIABLY
Lividly
Secretively
Inimically
Gregariously
Furtively
Gregariously
"Sociable" and "gregarious" are both synonyms for outgoing. "Livid" means furious, and "secretive" means sneaky or furtive. "Inimical" means hostile or harmful.
Example Question #853 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
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LUGUBRIOUSLY
Ostensibly
Tangibly
Glumly
Doggedly
Conscientiously
Glumly
"Lugubrious" means morose or "glum." "Dogged" means determined, and "ostensible" means purported or supposed. "Conscientious" means dutiful, and "tangible" means able to be touched or felt.
Example Question #854 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
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DISSONANTLY
Torpidly
Ardently
Discordantly
Sternly
Eloquently
Discordantly
"Dissonant" means disharmonious or "discordant." "Stern" means strict or harsh. "Eloquent" means well spoken or articulate or fluent of speech. "Ardent" means passionate or fervent, and "torpid" means sluggish or lethargic.
Example Question #855 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
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URBANELY
Partially
Instantaneously
Nomadically
Suavely
Disreputable
Suavely
"Urbane" means "suave" and sophisticated. "Nomadic" means in the manner of a nomad or wanderer. "Instantaneous" means immediate, and "disreputable" is another word for infamous. "Partial" is a synonym for "incomplete."
Example Question #856 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
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PARSIMONIOUSLY
Maliciously
Explicitly
Malevolently
Stingily
Munificently
Stingily
"Parsimonious" means miserly, cheap, or "stingy." This is an antonym of "munificent," or generous. "Malicious" means spiteful, hurtful, or malevolent. "Explicit" and "implicit" are antonyms.
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