SSAT Upper Level Verbal : SSAT Upper Level Verbal
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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
Fecundity
Mutt
Diatribe
Feline
Wound
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 #271 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
INTERSTICE
Gap
Amity
Citadel
Asylum
Disparity
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
Dinghy
Bier
Idiosyncrasy
Currency
Wildcat
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
Money
Censure
Scepter
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 #141 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ARMORY
Ditty
Pantry
Shanty
Arsenal
Cloister
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 #142 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ORDINANCE
Humanity
Philanthropy
Law
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.
Example Question #281 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DAIS
Zest
Skullduggery
Travails
Platform
Gluttony
Platform
A "dais" is a raised "platform," often for a throne or other ceremonial purpose. "Travails" are ordeals or difficult, painful labors. "Skullduggery" is trickery, and "gluttony" is overeating. Another word for "zest" is zeal.
Example Question #282 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RIPOSTE
Garment
Skirmish
Melee
Retort
Drinking vessel
Retort
A "riposte" is a quick and often witty retort or response. A "melee" is a skirmish or brawl. A drinking vessel is a "tankard" or "flagon." A "garment" is an article of clothing.
Example Question #283 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
REPAST
Sojourn
Coppice
Squabble
Retort
Meal
Meal
A "repast" is a "meal" or even feast. Don't confuse this with a "riposte," or retort. A "squabble" is an argument or quarrel. A "coppice" is a thicket or grove of small trees. A "sojourn" is a temporary rest or vacation.
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