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Example Question #1611 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RAMBUNCTIOUSLY
Somberly
Ludicrous
Boisterously
Irascibly
Edibly
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 #1612 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
AVARICIOUSLY
Luxuriously
Turbulently
Pristinely
Greedily
Tempestuously
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 #1613 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PALATABLY
Despicably
Acceptably
Expertly
Contemptibly
Unbearably
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 #1614 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
AFFABLY
Amiably
Musically
Exotically
Heatedly
Disgustingly
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 #1615 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MUNIFICENTLY
Inscrutably
Mercifully
Circuitously
Rewardingly
Generously
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 #1574 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
BOUNTIFULLY
Malleably
Tortuous
Circuitous
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 #1611 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PERSONABLY
Disagreeably
Affectionately
Monstrously
Fondly
Congenially
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 #1612 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SURREPTITIOUSLY
Furtively
Conscientiously
Palatably
Triflingly
Insufferably
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.
Example Question #1616 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
INIMICALLY
Miserably
Ostensibly
Harmfully
Happily
Dutifully
Harmfully
"Inimical" means harmful and damaging. "Miserable" and "happy" are antonyms. "Dutiful" means dedicated and responsible. "Ostensible" means apparent or supposed.
Example Question #1617 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
VORACIOUSLY
Vigorously
Rashly
Affably
Insatiably
Tiredly
Insatiably
"Voracious" and "insatiable" are both synonyms for very hungry. "Vigorous" means energetic or strong and robust. "Affable" means amiable and cheerful. "Rash" means reckless and hasty.