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Example Question #781 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PUZZLINGLY
Bafflingly
Clearly
Charitably
Sardonically
Artistically
Bafflingly
"Puzzling" means baffling or confusing. This is a near antonym of "clear." "Charitable" means philanthropic, generous, or giving. "Artistic" means creative or aesthetic. "Sardonic" means sarcastic, mocking, or ironic.
Example Question #782 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SPARSELY
Technically
Severely
Drunkenly
Thinly
Aggressively
Thinly
"Sparse" means thin or scanty. "Drunken" and "inebriated" are synonyms, as are "technically" and "strictly." "Severe" can mean strict, acute, or harsh. To "spar" means to fight, but it's not the same word as "sparse," which doesn't have anything to do with aggression.
Example Question #783 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
IRRESPONSIBLY
Wildly
Diligently
Bravely
Industriously
Riskily
Riskily
To be "risky" is to be dangerous and irresponsible. "Diligent" means hardworking and industrious. "Brave" and "courageous" are synonyms. While someone being irresponsible may also be wild, the two are not necessarily synonyms.
Example Question #784 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ENVIOUSLY
Maliciously
Eagerly
Uncomfortably
Jealously
Suspiciously
Jealously
"Jealous" and "envious" are synonyms. "Eager" means enthusiastic, and "suspicious" means doubtful or disreputable. "Uncomfortable" and "comfortable" are antonyms. "Malicious" means spiteful or harboring bad, harmful intentions.
Example Question #785 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
INTRIGUINGLY
Tenderly
Unethically
Idly
Interestingly
Suddenly
Interestingly
Something "intriguing" is interesting, curious, or fascinating. "Sudden" means abrupt or unexpected. "Unethical" means immoral. "Tender" means loving or gentle. "Idle" means inactive or unused.
Example Question #786 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MENACINGLY
Magnanimously
Chronically
Generously
Maliciously
Threateningly
Threateningly
Something "menacing" is threatening or frightening. "Malicious" means spiteful, and "chronic" means persistent or constant. "Magnanimous" and "generous" are synonyms.
Example Question #787 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
VACANTLY
Criminally
Emptily
Poorly
Skeptically
Boastfully
Emptily
"Vacant" means empty, blank, or unoccupied. "Poor" and "rich" are antonyms, as are "criminal" and "lawful." "Skeptical" means doubtful or unconvinced. To be "boastful" is to brag excessively.
Example Question #788 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
KEENLY
Bitterly
Hauntingly
Zealously
Sharply
Loudly
Sharply
"Keen" means sharp or eager, depending on the context. "Zealous" means fervent or fanatical. "Loud" and "quiet" are antonyms, as are "bitter" and "sweet." "Haunting" means moving, touching, or evocative.
Example Question #789 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
IMMODERATELY
Modestly
Excessively
Fashionably
Humbly
Cluelessly
Excessively
An "excessive" amount is too much, an "immoderate" amount. "Humble" means modest, and "fashionable" means stylish. "Clueless" means totally lacking in understanding and in comprehension.
Example Question #790 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
BLURRILY
Cheerfully
Drunkenly
Merrily
Tepidly
Unclearly
Unclearly
"Blurry" means unclear, indistinct, dim, or hazy. "Tepid" means lukewarm. "Drunken" means inebriated or intoxicated. "Merry" means lively and cheerful.
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