SSAT Elementary Level Verbal : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Appearance, Materiality, and Sensory Imagery

Study concepts, example questions & explanations for SSAT Elementary Level Verbal

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Example Questions

Example Question #31 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Appearance, Materiality, And Sensory Imagery

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

FAMISHED

Possible Answers:

Raw

Ravenous

Exhausted

Full

Edible

Correct answer:

Ravenous

Explanation:

"Famished" means extremely hungry, as does "ravenous," so "ravenous" is the correct answer.

Example Question #32 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Appearance, Materiality, And Sensory Imagery

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

NUTRITIOUS

Possible Answers:

Nourishing

Vegetarian

Cheap

Accessible

Unhealthy

Correct answer:

Nourishing

Explanation:

Since "nutritious" is defined as nourishing or effective as food, "nourishing" is the best answer choice. "Unhealthy" and "nutritious" are antonyms.

Example Question #33 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Appearance, Materiality, And Sensory Imagery

Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

CONSPICUOUS

Possible Answers:

Ordinary

Terrifying

Noticeable

Invisible

Correct answer:

Noticeable

Explanation:

"Conspicuous" means standing out so as to be clearly visible. "Noticeable," which means able to be easily noticed, is the best synonym of "conspicuous," so "noticeable" is the correct answer.

 

Incorrect answers:

"Invisible" means not able to be seen. It is an antonym of "conspicuous," which means clearly visible, so it is incorrect.

"Ordinary" means having no special or unusual features or normal, as in the sentence, "My house looks ordinary and doesn't stand out among the other houses in my neighborhood."

"Terrifying" means causing a feeling of extreme fear, as in the sentence, "I have a fear of heights, so while I thought that the Grand Canyon was beautiful from a distance, I found it terrifying when I stood at the edge and looked down."

Example Question #34 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Appearance, Materiality, And Sensory Imagery

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

MURKY

Possible Answers:

Shiny

Painted

Gloomy

Cold

Clear

Correct answer:

Gloomy

Explanation:

"Murky" is an adjective that means very dark or foggy or not completely understood; so, we need to pick out an answer choice that means something like foggy or not understood. "Gloomy" means dark and depressing, so "gloomy" is the answer choice closest in meaning to "murky" and the correct answer.

Example Question #35 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Appearance, Materiality, And Sensory Imagery

Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

HOARSE

Possible Answers:

Mountainous

Artistic

Raspy

Smooth

Correct answer:

Raspy

Explanation:

Don't get this word confused with "horse," the animal! "Hoarse" means raspy or rough-sounding, especially when describing someone's voice. You've probably had a hoarse voice after getting a sore throat. "Smooth" means even or free of bumps; "artistic" means talented at art or creative activities, and "mountainous" refers to areas of land and means containing mountains.

Example Question #36 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Appearance, Materiality, And Sensory Imagery

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

FRIGID

Possible Answers:

Straight

Different

Solid

Snow

Cold

Correct answer:

Cold

Explanation:

"Frigid" means very chilly or cold. Therefore, the best synonym for "frigid" is "cold." While "snow" is cold, it is a noun, and does not mean the same thing as "frigid." "Different," "straight," and "solid" are each unrelated to the word "frigid." Therefore, "cold" is the best answer.

Example Question #37 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Appearance, Materiality, And Sensory Imagery

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

PRISTINE

Possible Answers:

Spotless

Self-assured

Confusing

Marred

Dirty

Correct answer:

Spotless

Explanation:

Have you ever been in a friend's house that seems almost too clean? Or walked by a lawn that was perfectly manicured? In situations like these, you could use the adjective "pristine," which means perfectly clean or untouched. The best choice for a synonym is clearly "spotless," which could also describe an impeccably clean environment. Both "dirty" and "marred" are antonyms, and "self-assured" simply describes a confident or assertive person.

Example Question #38 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Appearance, Materiality, And Sensory Imagery

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

VIVID

Possible Answers:

New

Cloudy

Confusing

Bright

Sight

Correct answer:

Bright

Explanation:

The word "vivid" means very bright or lively. "Bright" is the best choice because it is a part of the definition of "vivid." Considering the other choices, "new" is unrelated in meaning to "vivid," "sight" is a noun that means the ability to see, and "cloudy" means foggy or unclear.

Example Question #39 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Appearance, Materiality, And Sensory Imagery

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

DELICATE

Possible Answers:

Risky

Breakable

Agile

Comforting

Sturdy

Correct answer:

Breakable

Explanation:

Something that is “delicate” is easily broken and fragile. To provide further help, “sturdy" means not easily broken or tipped over, “comforting” means providing comfort and making you feel better, "agile" means quick-moving and athletic, and "risky" means involving risk-taking and therefore dangerous and uncertain.

Example Question #40 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Appearance, Materiality, And Sensory Imagery

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

HIDEOUS

Possible Answers:

Generous

Beautiful

Intriguing

Ugly

Effortless

Correct answer:

Ugly

Explanation:

Something that is “hideous” is ugly, gross, and unpleasant. To provide further help, “generous” means giving of gifts and money; “beautiful” means very attractive and good-looking; “intriguing” means interesting and fascinating; and “effortless” means requiring or seeming to require no work or effort.

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