SSAT Upper Level Verbal : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #1717 : Identifying Synonyms

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

NEBULOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Distinctly

Hazily

Circumspectly

Smilingly

Distinguishedly

Correct answer:

Hazily

Explanation:

"Nebulous" means hazy, foggy, or indistinct. This is an antonym for "distinct." "Distinguished" means eminent or illustrious. "Circumspect" means cautious, withdrawn.

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