SSAT Upper Level Verbal : SSAT Upper Level Verbal

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #176 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

MALADROIT

Possible Answers:

Stubborn

Evil

Clumsy

Bothersome

Cheerful

Correct answer:

Clumsy

Explanation:

"Maladroit" means ineffective, bungling, or clumsy.

Example Question #177 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

SYMPATHETIC

Possible Answers:

Empathetic

Plaintive

Pathetic

Pitiful

Forlorn

Correct answer:

Empathetic

Explanation:

"Sympathetic" and "empathetic" are closely related in meaning, showing understanding or approval toward an idea, action, or person. The other words do not share this meaning but do have similar meanings themselves.

Example Question #178 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

BOLD

Possible Answers:

Audacious

Obvious

Mild-mannered

Wealthy

Sublime

Correct answer:

Audacious

Explanation:

"Bold" and "audacious" are synonyms describing an outgoing, courageous personality. The other words do not share this meaning. "Mild-mannered" is an antonym to "bold" and "audacious." The other words are not adjectives used to describe personality traits.

Example Question #179 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

CONSCIENTIOUS

Possible Answers:

Frank

Advantageous

Dutiful

Eternal

Ravenous

Correct answer:

Dutiful

Explanation:

"Conscientious" means responsible and dutiful. "Eternal" means everlasting. "Advantageous" means beneficial. "Ravenous" means very hungry. "Frank" means curt and direct.

Example Question #180 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

ELOQUENT

Possible Answers:

Excruciating

Partial

Convivial

Articulate

Evasive

Correct answer:

Articulate

Explanation:

"Eloquent" means fluent. "Partially" and "wholly" are antonyms, as are "excruciatingly" and "painlessly." "Evasive" and "elusive" are synonyms, and "convivial" means cheerful.

Example Question #181 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

FRIVOLOUS

Possible Answers:

Advantageous

Lonely

Carefree

Stingy

Philanthropic

Correct answer:

Carefree

Explanation:

"Frivolous" means carefree or flighty. "Advantageous" and "beneficial" are synonyms, as are "charitable" and "philanthropic." "Stingy" means cheap or miserly. "Lonely" means alone, solitary.

Example Question #182 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

OBLIVIOUS

Possible Answers:

Rowdy

Victorious

Sinister

Alert

Clueless

Correct answer:

Clueless

Explanation:

Someone "oblivious" is completely clueless or unaware of something. This is the opposite of "alert," which means watchful. "Victorious" means triumphant. "Rowdy" means loud and boisterous. "Sinister" means ominous.

Example Question #183 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

VIVACIOUS

Possible Answers:

Glum

Intruiging

Somber

Inquisitive

Lively

Correct answer:

Lively

Explanation:

"Vivacious" means "lively." "Inquisitive" means curious, while "intriguing" means interesting or sparking one's curiosity. "Somber" means grave in manner, and "glum" means gloomy.

Example Question #183 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

ARTICULATE

Possible Answers:

Resilient

Lecherous

Eloquent

Forthright

Contrary

Correct answer:

Eloquent

Explanation:

Someone "articulate" is eloquent and well spoken. "Contrary" can mean contradictory or uncooperative, depending on the context. "Resilient" means strong and tough. "Forthright" means direct or frank. "Lecherous" and "lustful" are synonyms.

Example Question #184 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

BOISTEROUS

Possible Answers:

Rowdy

Rash

Taciturn

Just

Painless

Correct answer:

Rowdy

Explanation:

Someone "boisterous" is rambunctious, noisy, and rowdy. This is an antonym of "taciturn," which means quiet and shy. "Painful" and "painless" are antonyms. "Rash" means irresponsible and reckless. "Just" means fair.

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