All SSAT Upper Level Verbal Resources
Example Questions
Example Question #817 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PUGNACIOUSLY
Vivaciously
Peremptorily
Foreseeably
Auspiciously
Argumentatively
Argumentatively
"Pugnacious" means combative or argumentative. "Auspicious" means promising or favorable. "Vivacious" means lively, and "peremptory" means brusque. "Foreseeable" and "predictable" are synonyms.
Example Question #818 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
FORBIDDINGLY
Incisively
Articulately
Invitingly
Quietly
Grimly
Grimly
"Forbidding" means grim, hostile, or unwelcoming. This is an antonym of "inviting" and "welcoming." "Articulate" means eloquent. "Incisive" means cutting, penetrating, sharp, or acute.
Example Question #819 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RAMBUNCTIOUSLY
Somberly
Boisterously
Irascibly
Edibly
Ludicrous
Boisterously
"Rambunctious," "boisterous," and "rowdy" are all synonyms. "Irascible" and "irritable" are synonyms, as are "somber" and "solemn." "Ludicrous" means ridiculous and absurd. "Edible" means capable of being eaten.
Example Question #1567 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
AVARICIOUSLY
Tempestuously
Turbulently
Pristinely
Greedily
Luxuriously
Greedily
"Avarice" is the same thing as greed. "Turbulent" and "tempestuous" are both synonyms for stormy. "Pristine" and "spotless" are synonyms. One synonym for "luxurious" is "opulent."
Example Question #81 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PALATABLY
Expertly
Unbearably
Contemptibly
Despicably
Acceptably
Acceptably
Something "palatable" may be edible, or it may be "acceptable" and agreeable. It depends on the context. "Despicable" means loathsome or contemptible. "Expert" means skillful, and "unbearable" means intolerable or insufferable.
Example Question #82 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
AFFABLY
Musically
Exotically
Heatedly
Disgustingly
Amiably
Amiably
"Affable" means friendly or amiable. "Disgusting" means vile, and "exotic" means foreign or strange. "Heated" means passionate or angry/excited. "Musical" is the adjective form of music.
Example Question #83 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MUNIFICENTLY
Mercifully
Rewardingly
Generously
Inscrutably
Circuitously
Generously
"Munificent" means magnanimous, bountiful, or generous. "Inscrutable" and "inexplicable" are synonyms. "Rewarding" and "gratifying" are synonyms. "Merciful" means forgiving and compassionate. "Circuitous" means roundabout, indirect, and winding.
Example Question #84 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
BOUNTIFULLY
Tortuous
Circuitous
Malleably
Opaquely
Plentifully
Plentifully
"Bountiful" and "plentiful" are synonyms. "Tortuous" means twisty and winding, and it's a synonym for "circuitous." "Malleable" means able to be molded. "Opaque" means cloudy and unclear.
Example Question #85 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PERSONABLY
Affectionately
Disagreeably
Fondly
Congenially
Monstrously
Congenially
"Personable" means friendly, congenial, and agreeable. This is an antonym of "disagreeable." "Affectionate" means loving and fond. "Monstrous" means savage or non-human.
Example Question #86 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SURREPTITIOUSLY
Furtively
Insufferably
Conscientiously
Palatably
Triflingly
Furtively
"Surreptitious" and "furtive" are synonyms that mean secretive. "Insufferable" means intolerable, and "conscientious" means dutiful and responsible. Something "trifling" is insignificant. "Palatable" means acceptable.
Certified Tutor
Certified Tutor