All SSAT Upper Level Verbal Resources
Example Questions
Example Question #65 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PREDICTABLY
Forseeably
Incomprehensibly
Unlawfully
Gratifyingly
Festively
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 #2347 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MERCIFULLY
Tenderly
Modestly
Earnestly
Nostalgically
Compassionately
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 #2348 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
FRANKLY
Shrewdly
Somberly
Forthrightly
Frighteningly
Elegantly
Forthrightly
"Frank" means open and forthright. "Frightening" and "scary" are synonyms, as are "elegant" and "graceful." "Shrewd" means astute. "Somber" means solemn.
Example Question #66 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DESIRABLY
Drunkenly
Miserly
Attractively
Ravenously
Charismatically
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 #67 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SOLEMNLY
Somberly
Merrily
Recklessly
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 #68 : Synonyms: Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
AUSPICIOUSLY
Unfavorably
Promisingly
Euphorically
Truthfully
Miserably
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 #801 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CONSCIENTIOUSLY
Rashly
Dutifully
Passionately
Irresponsibly
Confidently
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 #802 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PLACIDLY
Grimly
Eagerly
Quarrelsomely
Tranquilly
Ecstatically
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 #803 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
EUPHORICALLY
Incredulously
Ecstatically
Skeptically
Wretchedly
Melodically
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 #804 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RASHLY
Ecstatically
Painfully
Cautiously
Warily
Recklessly
Recklessly
"Rash" means hasty and reckless. This is an antonym of both "cautious" and "wary." "Ecstatic" means elated and joyful.
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