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Example Question #176 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MALADROIT
Stubborn
Evil
Clumsy
Bothersome
Cheerful
Clumsy
"Maladroit" means ineffective, bungling, or clumsy.
Example Question #177 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SYMPATHETIC
Empathetic
Plaintive
Pathetic
Pitiful
Forlorn
Empathetic
"Sympathetic" and "empathetic" are closely related in meaning, showing understanding or approval toward an idea, action, or person. The other words do not share this meaning but do have similar meanings themselves.
Example Question #178 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
BOLD
Audacious
Obvious
Mild-mannered
Wealthy
Sublime
Audacious
"Bold" and "audacious" are synonyms describing an outgoing, courageous personality. The other words do not share this meaning. "Mild-mannered" is an antonym to "bold" and "audacious." The other words are not adjectives used to describe personality traits.
Example Question #179 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CONSCIENTIOUS
Frank
Advantageous
Dutiful
Eternal
Ravenous
Dutiful
"Conscientious" means responsible and dutiful. "Eternal" means everlasting. "Advantageous" means beneficial. "Ravenous" means very hungry. "Frank" means curt and direct.
Example Question #180 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ELOQUENT
Excruciating
Partial
Convivial
Articulate
Evasive
Articulate
"Eloquent" means fluent. "Partially" and "wholly" are antonyms, as are "excruciatingly" and "painlessly." "Evasive" and "elusive" are synonyms, and "convivial" means cheerful.
Example Question #181 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
FRIVOLOUS
Advantageous
Lonely
Carefree
Stingy
Philanthropic
Carefree
"Frivolous" means carefree or flighty. "Advantageous" and "beneficial" are synonyms, as are "charitable" and "philanthropic." "Stingy" means cheap or miserly. "Lonely" means alone, solitary.
Example Question #182 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
OBLIVIOUS
Rowdy
Victorious
Sinister
Alert
Clueless
Clueless
Someone "oblivious" is completely clueless or unaware of something. This is the opposite of "alert," which means watchful. "Victorious" means triumphant. "Rowdy" means loud and boisterous. "Sinister" means ominous.
Example Question #183 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
VIVACIOUS
Glum
Intruiging
Somber
Inquisitive
Lively
Lively
"Vivacious" means "lively." "Inquisitive" means curious, while "intriguing" means interesting or sparking one's curiosity. "Somber" means grave in manner, and "glum" means gloomy.
Example Question #183 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ARTICULATE
Resilient
Lecherous
Eloquent
Forthright
Contrary
Eloquent
Someone "articulate" is eloquent and well spoken. "Contrary" can mean contradictory or uncooperative, depending on the context. "Resilient" means strong and tough. "Forthright" means direct or frank. "Lecherous" and "lustful" are synonyms.
Example Question #184 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
BOISTEROUS
Rowdy
Rash
Taciturn
Just
Painless
Rowdy
Someone "boisterous" is rambunctious, noisy, and rowdy. This is an antonym of "taciturn," which means quiet and shy. "Painful" and "painless" are antonyms. "Rash" means irresponsible and reckless. "Just" means fair.
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