Synonym Analogies - SSAT Upper Level Verbal

  1. VIVACIOUS : SPIRITED ::
    Answer: eloquent : articulate VIVACIOUS and SPIRITED are synonyms, both meaning full of life and energy. ELOQUENT and ARTICULATE are synonyms, both meaning fluent and persuasive in speaking or writing. The other choices present antonyms.
  2. TENACIOUS : PERSISTENT ::
    Answer: voracious : ravenous TENACIOUS and PERSISTENT are synonyms, both meaning holding firmly to something or continuing steadily. VORACIOUS and RAVENOUS are synonyms, both meaning extremely hungry or greedy. The other choices present antonyms.
  3. BENEVOLENT : COMPASSIONATE ::
    Answer: prudent : cautious BENEVOLENT and COMPASSIONATE are synonyms, both meaning showing kindness and concern for others. PRUDENT and CAUTIOUS are synonyms, both meaning showing careful judgment. The other choices present antonyms rather than synonyms.
  4. SERENE : TRANQUIL ::
    Answer: turbulent : chaotic SERENE and TRANQUIL are synonyms, both meaning peaceful and calm. TURBULENT and CHAOTIC are synonyms, both describing disorder and confusion. The other choices present antonyms rather than synonyms.
  5. DIMINUTIVE : PETITE ::
    Answer: immense : vast DIMINUTIVE and PETITE are synonyms, both meaning small in size. IMMENSE and VAST are synonyms, both meaning extremely large in size or extent. The other choices present antonyms rather than synonyms.
  6. OPULENT : LUXURIOUS ::
    Answer: arid : parched OPULENT and LUXURIOUS are synonyms, both meaning rich and elaborate in display. ARID and PARCHED are synonyms, both meaning extremely dry. The other choices present antonyms rather than synonyms.
  7. IRATE : FURIOUS ::
    Answer: ecstatic : euphoric IRATE and FURIOUS are synonyms, both meaning extremely angry. ECSTATIC and EUPHORIC are synonyms, both meaning feeling intense excitement and happiness. The other choices present antonyms rather than synonyms.
  8. MUNDANE : ORDINARY ::
    Answer: extraordinary : remarkable MUNDANE and ORDINARY are synonyms, both meaning commonplace or lacking excitement. EXTRAORDINARY and REMARKABLE are synonyms, both meaning exceptional or noteworthy. The other choices present antonyms rather than synonyms.
  9. SOMBER : GRAVE ::
    Answer: placid : serene SOMBER and GRAVE are synonyms, both meaning serious and solemn in character. PLACID and SERENE are synonyms, both meaning calm and peaceful. The other choices present antonyms rather than synonyms.
  10. DYNAMIC : ENERGETIC ::
    Answer: robust : vigorous DYNAMIC and ENERGETIC are synonyms, both meaning characterized by constant change, activity, or progress. ROBUST and VIGOROUS are synonyms, both meaning strong and healthy. The other choices present antonyms.
  11. AMIABLE : AFFABLE ::
    Answer: tactful : diplomatic AMIABLE and AFFABLE are synonyms, both meaning friendly and pleasant in manner. TACTFUL and DIPLOMATIC are synonyms, both meaning showing skill in dealing with others. The other choices present antonyms rather than synonyms.
  12. ENIGMATIC : MYSTERIOUS ::
    Answer: tedious : monotonous ENIGMATIC and MYSTERIOUS are synonyms, both meaning difficult to understand or explain. TEDIOUS and MONOTONOUS are synonyms, both meaning boring and repetitive. The other choices present antonyms rather than synonyms.
  13. ARDUOUS : DIFFICULT ::
    Answer: tranquil : peaceful ARDUOUS and DIFFICULT are synonyms, both meaning requiring great effort or being hard to accomplish. TRANQUIL and PEACEFUL are also synonyms, both meaning calm and serene. The other choices present antonyms.
  14. METICULOUS : CAREFUL ::
    Answer: luminous : radiant METICULOUS and CAREFUL are synonyms, both describing attention to detail and precision. LUMINOUS and RADIANT are synonyms, both meaning giving off or reflecting light brightly. The other choices present antonyms.
  15. PENSIVE : THOUGHTFUL ::
    Answer: gregarious : sociable PENSIVE and THOUGHTFUL are synonyms, both describing deep or serious thinking. GREGARIOUS and SOCIABLE are synonyms, both meaning enjoying the company of others. The other choices present antonyms rather than synonyms.
  16. VERBOSE : WORDY ::
    Answer: succinct : pithy VERBOSE and WORDY are synonyms, both meaning using more words than necessary. SUCCINCT and PITHY are synonyms, both meaning briefly and clearly expressed. The other choices present antonyms rather than synonyms.
  17. ENORMOUS : GIGANTIC ::
    Answer: tiny : minuscule ENORMOUS and GIGANTIC are synonyms, both meaning extremely large. Similarly, TINY and MINUSCULE are synonyms, both meaning extremely small. The other choices present antonyms rather than synonyms.
  18. CANDID : FRANK ::
    Answer: astute : perceptive CANDID and FRANK are synonyms, both meaning honest and straightforward in expression. ASTUTE and PERCEPTIVE are synonyms, both meaning having keen insight or understanding. The other choices present antonyms.
  19. JUBILANT : ELATED ::
    Answer: famished : starving JUBILANT and ELATED are synonyms, both expressing extreme joy or happiness. FAMISHED and STARVING are synonyms, both meaning extremely hungry. The other choices present antonyms rather than synonyms.
  20. AFFLUENT : WEALTHY ::
    Answer: copious : plentiful AFFLUENT and WEALTHY are synonyms, both meaning having a great deal of money or resources. COPIOUS and PLENTIFUL are synonyms, both meaning existing in large quantities. The other choices present antonyms.

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