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Example Question #231 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
DILIGENT.
Disdainful
Careful
Limited
Loose
Derisive
Careful
“Diligent” means very careful and determined. It is most commonly associated with hard-work and patient effort. For clarification, "derisive" and "disdainful" both mean to regard with scorn or dislike.
Example Question #232 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
HISTRIONIC.
Unbelievable
Remiss
Impudent
Eloquent
Dramatic
Dramatic
“Histrionic” means dramatic. For clarification, "remiss" means careless or negligent; "impudent" means rude and impolite; "eloquent" means possessing clear and stylish speech.
Example Question #241 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
VERACIOUS.
Aged
Honest
Youthful
Demonstrative
Dishonest
Honest
Someone who is “veracious” is very honest. For clarification, "demonstrative" means affectionate or demonstrating loving feelings.
Example Question #242 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
GLUTTUNOUS.
Satiated
Profound
Slothful
Flexible
Greedy
Greedy
“Gluttonous” means greedy and is associated with the word “glutton.” For clarification, "slothful" means lazy to the point of it being a sin; "satiated" means full of food or satisfied; "profound" means deep and meaningful.
Example Question #243 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
LICENTIOUS.
Lonesome
Whimsical
Pulchritudinous
Brave
Lewd
Lewd
“Licentious” means immoral, particularly with regard to sexuality. So the correct answer is “lewd” which means indecent or sexually offensive. For clarification, "whimsical" means quirky; "pulchritudinous" means beautiful; "lonesome" means lonely or alone.
Example Question #244 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
SACCHARINE.
Revolting
Sour
Sweet
Tasteless
Bitter
Sweet
“Saccharine” is an adjective that means of or relating to sugar or sweetness.
Example Question #995 : Identifying Synonyms
Choose the best synonym for the word in capital letters.
EMINENT
rosy
meager
illustrious
forthcoming
gregarious
illustrious
"Eminent" means famous, respected, or illustrious.
Example Question #996 : Identifying Synonyms
Choose the best synonym for the word in capital letters.
PERFIDIOUS
multifarious
insane
ideal
treacherous
malicious
treacherous
"Perfidious" means deceitful, untrustworthy, or treacherous.
Example Question #245 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
BOISTEROUS.
Angry and resentful
Shy and reserved
Loud and enthusiastic
Soft-spoken
Ambitious and outgoing
Loud and enthusiastic
“Boisterous” means noisy, energetic and often rough or wild so the correct answer is “loud and energetic.” For clarification, "reserved" means aloof or distant; "resentful" means bitter or annoyed at having been previously treated badly.
Example Question #246 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
RETICENT.
Amble
Remorse
Prattle
Loud
Quiet
Quiet
“Reticent” means quiet or reserved. For clarification, "prattle" is used to describe inane chatter; "amble" is a type of slow, purposeless walk; "remorse" means regret and sorrow. For further clarification, "inane" means pointless.
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