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Example Question #1561 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RAMBUNCTIOUSLY
Ludicrous
Boisterously
Irascibly
Somberly
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 #84 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
AVARICIOUSLY
Turbulently
Pristinely
Tempestuously
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
Despicably
Unbearably
Contemptibly
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
Amiably
Heatedly
Musically
Disgustingly
Exotically
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
Rewardingly
Inscrutably
Mercifully
Circuitously
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 #84 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
BOUNTIFULLY
Circuitous
Malleably
Plentifully
Opaquely
Tortuous
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
Fondly
Congenially
Disagreeably
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
Triflingly
Conscientiously
Insufferably
Furtively
Palatably
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 #1571 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
INIMICALLY
Miserably
Ostensibly
Happily
Dutifully
Harmfully
Harmfully
"Inimical" means harmful and damaging. "Miserable" and "happy" are antonyms. "Dutiful" means dedicated and responsible. "Ostensible" means apparent or supposed.
Example Question #1572 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
VORACIOUSLY
Vigorously
Insatiably
Tiredly
Rashly
Affably
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.
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