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Example Question #801 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PREDICTABLY
Festively
Gratifyingly
Unlawfully
Forseeably
Incomprehensibly
Forseeably
Something "predictable" is foreseeable, able to be seen or guessed in advance. Something "incomprehensible" is totally unclear. "Unlawful" means illegal. "Gratifying" means rewarding or pleasing. "Festive" means merry and cheerful.
Example Question #802 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MERCIFULLY
Earnestly
Tenderly
Modestly
Compassionately
Nostalgically
Compassionately
Someone who shows "mercy" is compassionate or forgiving. "Earnest" means sincere, and "humble" means modest. "Nostalgic" means wistful, yearning, or longing for another time, place, or person. "Tender" means gentle and loving.
Example Question #803 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
FRANKLY
Shrewdly
Forthrightly
Elegantly
Somberly
Frighteningly
Forthrightly
"Frank" means open and forthright. "Frightening" and "scary" are synonyms, as are "elegant" and "graceful." "Shrewd" means astute. "Somber" means solemn.
Example Question #804 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DESIRABLY
Charismatically
Miserly
Drunkenly
Ravenously
Attractively
Attractively
Something or someone "desirable" is attractive or popular. "Miserly" means stingy or cheap. "Drunk" means intoxicated, and "ravenous" means famished. "Charismatic" means charming, which is not quite the same as "desirable."
Example Question #805 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SOLEMNLY
Merrily
Recklessly
Somberly
Agonizingly
Tranquilly
Somberly
"Solemn" means grave, somber, or serious. This is the opposite of "merry," which means cheerful, lively, and carefree. "Risky" and "reckless" are synonyms. "Tranquil" and "placid" are synonyms. "Agonizing" and "excruciating" are synonyms.
Example Question #806 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
AUSPICIOUSLY
Truthfully
Euphorically
Promisingly
Miserably
Unfavorably
Promisingly
An "auspicious" sign is a promising, fortuitous, or favorable sign. This is an antonym of "unfavorable." "Euphoric" means elated or very happy, and "miserable" means very unhappy. "Truthful" and "dishonest" are antonyms.
Example Question #807 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CONSCIENTIOUSLY
Passionately
Rashly
Confidently
Dutifully
Irresponsibly
Dutifully
"Conscientious" means responsible or dutiful. This is an antonym of both "irresponsible" and "rash." "Confident," on the other hand, means self-assured. "Passionate" means ardent or impassioned.
Example Question #808 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PLACIDLY
Tranquilly
Grimly
Ecstatically
Quarrelsomely
Eagerly
Tranquilly
"Placid" means calm, peaceful, and tranquil. "Quarrelsome" means argumentative or pugnacious. "Ecstatic" and "euphoric" are synonyms, as are "eager" and "enthusiastic." "Grim" means dark or foreboding.
Example Question #809 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
EUPHORICALLY
Skeptically
Ecstatically
Incredulously
Melodically
Wretchedly
Ecstatically
"Euphoric" means elated, feeling extreme happiness and ecstasy. "Incredulous" and "skeptical" both mean disbelieving. "Wretched" means miserable, the opposite of "euphoric," and "melodic" means musical.
Example Question #810 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RASHLY
Painfully
Ecstatically
Recklessly
Cautiously
Warily
Recklessly
"Rash" means hasty and reckless. This is an antonym of both "cautious" and "wary." "Ecstatic" means elated and joyful.
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