GETTING TO KNOW THE TOEFL
adv. sensitively Syn. delicate
n. sensitivity
Film varies according to its sensitivity to light.
This equipment is very sensitive to changes in temperature.
superficial adj. simple; not deep; near the surface
adv. superficially Syn. shallow
The inspector determined that the crack in the bridge was only superficial.
You should not try to answer the question superficially.
terrifying adj. filled with fear
adv. terrifyingly Syn. frightening
v. terrify
To be in a violent storm is a terrifying experience.
They are terrified by dogs.
vigorous adj. powerful, full of action
adv. vigorously Syn. strong
n. vigor
His vigorous defense of the issues impressed everyone.
He approached his work with vigor.
MATCHING
Choose the synonym.
1. exceptional 6. elaborate
(A) dominant (A) gigantic
(B) dense (B) impressive