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Example Question #1621 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DETRIMENTAL
Inimically
Dubiously
Pleasantly
Turbulently
Deceptively
Inimically
Both "detrimental" and "inimical" mean harmful. "Pleasant" means agreeable and pleasing; "dubious" means doubtful. "Deceptive" and "deceitful" are synonyms. "Turbulent" means stormy.
Example Question #1622 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
FERVIDLY
Apathetically
Ardently
Lethargically
Equivocally
Furiously
Ardently
"Fervid" means ardent, fervent, and passionate. This is an antonym of "apathetic." "Lethargic" means slow and sluggish, and "furious" means very angry. "Equivocal" means ambiguous and unclear.
Example Question #1623 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
EMINENTLY
Infamously
Treacherously
Illustriously
Jubilantly
Notoriously
Illustriously
"Eminent" and "illustrious" both mean distinguished and well known, well respected. "Infamy" and "notoriety" also both connote fame, but for bad and nefarious reasons. "Treacherous" means traitorous, and "jubilant" means exultant, overjoyed.
Example Question #1624 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
EXUBERANTLY
Ebulliently
Apprehensively
Inscrutably
Worriedly
Glumly
Ebulliently
"Exuberant" and "ebullient" are synonyms that mean joyful, energetic, and cheerful. This is an antonym of "glum." "Worriedly" and "apprehensively" are synonyms, as are "inscrutable" and "inexplicable."
Example Question #1625 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
EXORBITANTLY
Gorgeously
Gregariously
Largely
Garrulously
Excessively
Excessively
"Exorbitant" means excessive or prohibitively high. "Gorgeous" means very beautiful, and "largely" means mostly or mainly. "Gregarious" describes someone who is outgoing, while "garrulous" describes someone who is talkative.
Example Question #1626 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
TENACIOUSLY
Persistently
Imperfectly
Listlessly
Avidly
Frankly
Persistently
Someone "tenacious" is persistent and determined, dogged. "Avid" means keen and eager. "Frank" means forthright and candid. "Listless" means tired and lacking energy. "Perfect" and "imperfect" are antonyms.
Example Question #1627 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SERENELY
Insightfully
Respectfully
Offensively
Discerningly
Placidly
Placidly
"Serene" means calm and placid. "Offensive" means insulting and disrespectful, which is an antonym of "respectful." "Discerning" means perceptive or having good judgment. "Insightful" and "intuitive" are synonyms.
Example Question #1628 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RAMBUNCTIOUSLY
Obstreperously
Sweetly
Diligently
Aptly
Assiduously
Obstreperously
"Rambunctious" means both boisterous and obstreperous. "Sweet" can mean sugary or pleasing, depending on the context. "Apt" means appropriate or suitable. "Assiduous" and "diligent" both mean hardworking.
Example Question #1629 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PETULANTLY
Forbiddingly
Eminently
Querulously
Convivially
Illustriously
Querulously
"Petulant" and "querulous" both mean irritable. "Eminent" means distinguished. "Forbidding" means grim and uninviting. "Convivial" and "cheerful" are synonyms.
Example Question #1630 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CERTIFIABLY
Lavishly
Bountifully
Auspiciously
Infamously
Verifiably
Verifiably
"Certifiable" and "verifiable" are synonyms meaning able to be confirmed. "Lavish" means luxurious and rich. "Bountiful" means abundant and plentiful. "Auspiciously" means promisingly. "Infamous" means notorious.