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Example Question #121 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SUPERFICIALLY
Congenially
Pugnaciously
Shallowly
Astutely
Unbearably
Shallowly
"Superficial" is another word for "shallow." "Congenial," or "genial," means friendly and personable. "Pugnacious" means argumentative and combative. "Unbearable" means insufferable or intolerable. "Astute" means sharp or shrewd.
Example Question #122 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SALUBRIOUSLY
Exorbitantly
Healthily
Vivaciously
Plausibly
Excessively
Healthily
"Salubrious" means "healthful" or wholesome. "Exorbitant" is another word for excessive. "Vivacious" is a synonym for lively, and "plausible" is a synonym for credible or believable.
Example Question #123 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SOMNOLENTLY
Sleepily
Surreptitiously
Furtively
Bellicosely
Alertly
Sleepily
"Somnolent" and "sleepy" are synonyms, and "somnolent" is an antonym for alert, or wakeful. "Furtive" means secretive and surreptitious. "Bellicose" means aggressive or warlike.
Example Question #124 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
IMPUDENTLY
Despondently
Insolently
Mischievously
Luxuriously
Charmingly
Insolently
"Impudent" and "insolent" both mean impertinent. Someone "mischievous" is disobedient or naughty. "Despondent" means despairing, and "luxurious" means opulent or deluxe. "Charming" is a synonym for charismatic.
Example Question #125 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CAUSTICALLY
Angrily
Detrimentally
Innocuously
Happily
Acrimoniously
Acrimoniously
"Caustic" means acerbic, burning, or "acrimonious." "Detrimental" is a synonym for "harmful," and "innocuous" is a synonym for "harmless," so the two concepts are antonyms. "Happy" and "sad" are antonyms, as are "angry" and "serene."
Example Question #126 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CLANDESTINELY
Ambiguously
Jubilantly
Expertly
Dubiously
Surreptitiously
Surreptitiously
"Clandestine" and "surreptitious" both mean secretive, furtive. "Ambiguous" means unclear and vague. "Expert" means skillful, and "dubious" means doubtful. "Jubilant" is a synonym for joyful and exultant.
Example Question #127 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
FULSOMELY
Handsomely
Excessively
Slowly
Tranquilly
Hastily
Excessively
"Fulsome" is a word for excessive, extravagant, or inordinate. "Hasty" means very fast or hurried, and "slow" is an antonym of this concept. "Tranquil" means calm and placid. "Handsome" means attractive or substantial, depending on context.
Example Question #128 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MISCHIEVOUSLY
Petulantly
Enigmatically
Eminently
Imminently
Disobediently
Disobediently
"Mischievous" means "disobedient" or inclined to cause trouble. "Petulant" means peevish or irritated. "Enigmatic" means mysterious or puzzling. "Eminent" means distinguished and prominent, while "imminent" means impending or upcoming.
Example Question #129 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MORDANTLY
Domestically
Exotically
Superficially
Caustically
Exaggeratedly
Caustically
"Mordant" means caustic, acerbic, or biting. "Exotic" means foreign and is a near antonym to "domestic." "Exaggerated" means overstated or overemphasized, and "superficial" means shallow.
Example Question #130 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
INGRATIATINGLY
Thankfully
Smarmily
Ardently
Nakedly
Lusciously
Smarmily
"Ingratiating" means sycophantic or smarmy, trying to flatter or compliment someone in order to gain favor. "Naked" means bare or nude. "Ardent" is a synonym for fervent and fervid. "Luscious" means delicious or succulent. "Thankful" is another word for "grateful."
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