SSAT Middle Level Verbal : Synonyms

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #235 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

SARCASTIC

Possible Answers:

Stable

Immense

Sardonic

Viscous

Cruel

Correct answer:

Sardonic

Explanation:

"Sarcastic" means sardonic. "Immense" means extremely great or large, and "stable" means secure and steady. "Viscous" describes the thickness of a liquid, and "cruel" means savage or brutal.

Example Question #236 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

PECKISH

Possible Answers:

Cheerful

Solitary

Polite

Talkative

Hungry

Correct answer:

Hungry

Explanation:

"Peckish" means hungry (usually slightly hungry as opposed to ravenous). "Talkative" and "garrulous" are synonyms. "Solitary" means existing alone, and "polite" means respectful, considerate. "Cheerful" means happy, jolly, or merry.

Example Question #237 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

REVERENT

Possible Answers:

Wrathful

Subordinate

Worshipful

Unholy

Dominant

Correct answer:

Worshipful

Explanation:

"Reverent" means feeling/showing deep respect or worship. "Unholy" and "holy" are antonyms, with "unholy" meaning sinful or wicked. Something "subordinate" is lower in rank than something else, which is the opposite of dominant, something important and powerful. "Wrathful" means full or rage or fury.

Example Question #531 : Synonyms

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

ADVENTUROUS

Possible Answers:

Imminent

Wrathful

Contradictory

Innate

Intrepid

Correct answer:

Intrepid

Explanation:

"Adventurous" and "intrepid" both mean daring, bold, and fearless. "Imminent" means about to happen, inevitable. "Wrathful" means full of rage. "Innate" means inborn or inherent. "Contradictory" means in disagreement with something else.

Example Question #532 : Synonyms

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

CONTEMPLATIVE

Possible Answers:

Ironic

Damaged

Hasty

Scarce

Thoughtful

Correct answer:

Thoughtful

Explanation:

"Contemplative" means thoughtful or reflective. "Hasty" means rushed or too quick. "Scarce" means not plentiful enough, insufficient in quantity. A synonym for "ironic" is sarcastic or sardonic. A synonym for "damaged" is "harmed."

Example Question #533 : Synonyms

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

PRUDENT

Possible Answers:

Arbitrary

Rash

Careful

Easy

Mad

Correct answer:

Careful

Explanation:

"Prudent" means wise, sensible, and cautious. "Mad" can mean either angry or crazy, depending on the concept. The antonym of easy is "difficult." "Arbitrary" means based on random or personal choice rather than a specific set of rules. "Rash," when used as an adjective, means hasty and reckless.

Example Question #534 : Synonyms

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

DEVIOUS

Possible Answers:

Childlike

Skillful

Deceptive

Stormy

Even-tempered

Correct answer:

Deceptive

Explanation:

Someone who is "devious" is deceptive, underhanded, or sly. A synonym for "childlike" is "innocent," and a synonym for "even-tempered" is serene. "Skillful" and "deft" are synonyms, and "stormy" and "tempestuous" are synonyms.

Example Question #535 : Synonyms

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

JUSTIFIED

Possible Answers:

Righteous

Illegal

Indignant

Holy

Surprised

Correct answer:

Righteous

Explanation:

Someone who is "justified" in his/her behavior is righteous or morally correct. "Surprised" means shocked, showing surprised. "Indignant" means angry or annoyed at unfairness. "Holy" and "evil" are antonyms, as are "illegal" and "legal."

Example Question #536 : Synonyms

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

ISOLATED

Possible Answers:

Costly

Humorous

Chivalrous

Judgmental

Solitary

Correct answer:

Solitary

Explanation:

"Isolated" and "solitary" both mean alone and far away from others. "Humorous" means funny, chivalrous means knightly or noble, and "judgmental" means critical. "Costly" is another word for expensive.

Example Question #537 : Synonyms

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

ABRASIVE

Possible Answers:

Impoverished

Dishonest

Quizzical

Loving

Grating

Correct answer:

Grating

Explanation:

"Abrasive" means grating or rough and is often used to describe people, sounds, and surfaces such as sandpaper. "Quizzical" is another word for puzzled. "Dishonest" is the antonym of "honest," "loving" is the antonym of "hating," and "impoverished" means poor.

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