SSAT Middle Level Verbal : Synonyms

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #763 : Identifying Synonyms

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

PUZZLINGLY

Possible Answers:

Clearly

Bafflingly

Charitably

Artistically

Sardonically

Correct answer:

Bafflingly

Explanation:

"Puzzling" means baffling or confusing. This is a near antonym of "clear." "Charitable" means philanthropic, generous, or giving. "Artistic" means creative or aesthetic. "Sardonic" means sarcastic, mocking, or ironic.

Example Question #764 : Identifying Synonyms

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

SPARSELY

Possible Answers:

Severely

Thinly

Technically

Aggressively

Drunkenly

Correct answer:

Thinly

Explanation:

"Sparse" means thin or scanty. "Drunken" and "inebriated" are synonyms, as are "technically" and "strictly." "Severe" can mean strict, acute, or harsh. To "spar" means to fight, but it's not the same word as "sparse," which doesn't have anything to do with aggression.

Example Question #765 : Identifying Synonyms

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

IRRESPONSIBLY

Possible Answers:

Riskily

Diligently

Industriously

Wildly

Bravely

Correct answer:

Riskily

Explanation:

To be "risky" is to be dangerous and irresponsible. "Diligent" means hardworking and industrious. "Brave" and "courageous" are synonyms. While someone being irresponsible may also be wild, the two are not necessarily synonyms.

Example Question #491 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

ENVIOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Maliciously

Jealously

Suspiciously

Uncomfortably

Eagerly

Correct answer:

Jealously

Explanation:

"Jealous" and "envious" are synonyms. "Eager" means enthusiastic, and "suspicious" means doubtful or disreputable. "Uncomfortable" and "comfortable" are antonyms. "Malicious" means spiteful or harboring bad, harmful intentions.

Example Question #781 : Synonyms

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

INTRIGUINGLY

Possible Answers:

Tenderly

Unethically

Idly

Suddenly

Interestingly

Correct answer:

Interestingly

Explanation:

Something "intriguing" is interesting, curious, or fascinating. "Sudden" means abrupt or unexpected. "Unethical" means immoral. "Tender" means loving or gentle. "Idle" means inactive or unused.

Example Question #766 : Identifying Synonyms

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

MENACINGLY

Possible Answers:

Generously

Maliciously

Magnanimously

Chronically

Threateningly

Correct answer:

Threateningly

Explanation:

Something "menacing" is threatening or frightening. "Malicious" means spiteful, and "chronic" means persistent or constant. "Magnanimous" and "generous" are synonyms.

Example Question #767 : Identifying Synonyms

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

VACANTLY

Possible Answers:

Emptily

Boastfully

Skeptically

Criminally

Poorly

Correct answer:

Emptily

Explanation:

"Vacant" means empty, blank, or unoccupied. "Poor" and "rich" are antonyms, as are "criminal" and "lawful." "Skeptical" means doubtful or unconvinced. To be "boastful" is to brag excessively.

Example Question #495 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

KEENLY

Possible Answers:

Loudly

Zealously

Bitterly

Sharply

Hauntingly

Correct answer:

Sharply

Explanation:

"Keen" means sharp or eager, depending on the context. "Zealous" means fervent or fanatical. "Loud" and "quiet" are antonyms, as are "bitter" and "sweet." "Haunting" means moving, touching, or evocative.

Example Question #496 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

IMMODERATELY

Possible Answers:

Humbly

Modestly

Fashionably

Excessively

Cluelessly

Correct answer:

Excessively

Explanation:

An "excessive" amount is too much, an "immoderate" amount. "Humble" means modest, and "fashionable" means stylish. "Clueless" means totally lacking in understanding and in comprehension.

Example Question #497 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

BLURRILY

Possible Answers:

Drunkenly

Tepidly

Unclearly

Cheerfully

Merrily

Correct answer:

Unclearly

Explanation:

"Blurry" means unclear, indistinct, dim, or hazy. "Tepid" means lukewarm. "Drunken" means inebriated or intoxicated. "Merry" means lively and cheerful.

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