SSAT Upper Level Verbal : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #121 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

SUPERFICIALLY

Possible Answers:

Congenially

Pugnaciously

Shallowly

Astutely

Unbearably

Correct answer:

Shallowly

Explanation:

"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

Possible Answers:

Exorbitantly

Healthily

Vivaciously

Plausibly

Excessively

Correct answer:

Healthily

Explanation:

"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

Possible Answers:

Sleepily

Surreptitiously

Furtively

Bellicosely

Alertly

Correct answer:

Sleepily

Explanation:

"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

Possible Answers:

Despondently

Insolently

Mischievously

Luxuriously

Charmingly

Correct answer:

Insolently

Explanation:

"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

Possible Answers:

Angrily

Detrimentally

Innocuously

Happily

Acrimoniously

Correct answer:

Acrimoniously

Explanation:

"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

Possible Answers:

Ambiguously

Jubilantly

Expertly

Dubiously

Surreptitiously

Correct answer:

Surreptitiously

Explanation:

"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

Possible Answers:

Handsomely

Excessively

Slowly

Tranquilly

Hastily

Correct answer:

Excessively

Explanation:

"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

Possible Answers:

Petulantly

Enigmatically

Eminently

Imminently

Disobediently

Correct answer:

Disobediently

Explanation:

"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

Possible Answers:

Domestically

Exotically

Superficially

Caustically

Exaggeratedly

Correct answer:

Caustically

Explanation:

"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

Possible Answers:

Thankfully

Smarmily

Ardently

Nakedly

Lusciously

Correct answer:

Smarmily

Explanation:

"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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