SSAT Upper Level Verbal : Synonyms: Nouns
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Example Question #311 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
COPPICE
Thicket
Corpse
Deity
Cloud
Lantern
Thicket
A "coppice" is another word for a "thicket," grove, or copse. Be careful not to confuse this with a "corpse," or dead body. A "lantern" is an old-fashioned source of light, and a "deity" is a god or worshipped being.
Example Question #312 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DINGHY
Locomotive
Deceit
Boat
Legislation
Foolishness
Boat
A "dinghy" is a "small boat". A "locomotive" is a synonym for a "train," and "legislation" is law-making. "Deceit" is the same thing as deceptiveness. Another word for "foolishness" is stupidity or idiocy.
Example Question #313 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PROGENY
Mischief
Offspring
Ancestors
Preamble
Legerdemain
Offspring
"Progeny" refers to "offspring" or children. This is the opposite of "ancestors," who are predecessors. A "preamble" is an introduction, and "mischief" is misbehavior or naughtiness. "Legerdemain" is trickery or chicanery.
Example Question #314 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
TORRENT
Downpour
Client
Unguent
Habitat
Drought
Downpour
"Torrent" is a synonym for "downpour." This is the opposite of a "drought," or prolonged dry spell. A "habitat is a species' natural environment, and a "client" is a customer. "Unguent" is another word for ointment or greasy salve.
Example Question #315 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MONGREL
Feline
Fecundity
Mutt
Wound
Diatribe
Mutt
A "mongrel" is a mutt or mixed-breed creature, most commonly a dog. A "feline" is a cat, which could be a "mongrel" but isn't necessarily synonymous with the word. "Fecundity" is another word for fertility. A "diatribe" is a rant or tirade. A "wound" is an injury.
Example Question #316 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
INTERSTICE
Disparity
Gap
Citadel
Amity
Asylum
Gap
An "interstice" is a small gap, break, or intervening empty space between two things. "Asylum" is a synonym for "sanctuary" or refuge. A "citadel" is a fortress, and a "disparity" is a discrepancy. "Amity" is a synonym for "friendship."
Example Question #317 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CATAFALQUE
Bier
Currency
Dinghy
Wildcat
Idiosyncrasy
Bier
A "catafalque" is a decorated platform, framework, or bier, most often used for supporting a coffin. An "idiosyncrasy" is a quirk, and a "dinghy" is a small boat. "Currency" can mean money or prevalence. Don't confuse "catafalque" with "catamount," a wildcat such as a cougar.
Example Question #318 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
TENDER
Elegance
Ligature
Scepter
Money
Censure
Money
When used as a noun, "tender" means "money." "Elegance" means grace and style. A "scepter" is a staff, particularly an ornamental one used by a ruler. "Censure" is strong or official criticism. Another word for "ligature" is cord.
Example Question #321 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ARMORY
Pantry
Ditty
Shanty
Cloister
Arsenal
Arsenal
An "armory" and an "arsenal" are both a place where weapons are stored. A "pantry" is where food is stored, and a "cloister" is an enclosed area or walkway, usually inside a monastery. A "shanty" is a sea song. A "ditty" is a little tune.
Example Question #272 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ORDINANCE
Humanity
Law
Philanthropy
Armor
Weaponry
Law
An "ordinance" is a "law" or decree. This isn't to be confused with "ordnance," which is weaponry. "Armor" is protective gear worn in battle. "Humanity" means humankind. "Philanthropy" is charity, generosity, benevolence.
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