SSAT Upper Level Verbal : Synonyms

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #1611 : Synonyms

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

RAMBUNCTIOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Irascibly

Boisterously

Edibly

Somberly

Ludicrous

Correct answer:

Boisterously

Explanation:

"Rambunctious," "boisterous," and "rowdy" are all synonyms. "Irascible" and "irritable" are synonyms, as are "somber" and "solemn." "Ludicrous" means ridiculous and absurd. "Edible" means capable of being eaten.

Example Question #1612 : Synonyms

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

AVARICIOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Pristinely

Greedily

Turbulently

Luxuriously

Tempestuously

Correct answer:

Greedily

Explanation:

"Avarice" is the same thing as greed. "Turbulent" and "tempestuous" are both synonyms for stormy. "Pristine" and "spotless" are synonyms. One synonym for "luxurious" is "opulent."

Example Question #1613 : Synonyms

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

PALATABLY

Possible Answers:

Expertly

Contemptibly

Acceptably

Unbearably

Despicably

Correct answer:

Acceptably

Explanation:

Something "palatable" may be edible, or it may be "acceptable" and agreeable. It depends on the context. "Despicable" means loathsome or contemptible. "Expert" means skillful, and "unbearable" means intolerable or insufferable.

Example Question #1614 : Synonyms

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

AFFABLY

Possible Answers:

Disgustingly

Musically

Exotically

Amiably

Heatedly

Correct answer:

Amiably

Explanation:

"Affable" means friendly or amiable. "Disgusting" means vile, and "exotic" means foreign or strange. "Heated" means passionate or angry/excited. "Musical" is the adjective form of music.

Example Question #1615 : Synonyms

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

MUNIFICENTLY

Possible Answers:

Rewardingly

Mercifully

Inscrutably

Generously

Circuitously

Correct answer:

Generously

Explanation:

"Munificent" means magnanimous, bountiful, or generous. "Inscrutable" and "inexplicable" are synonyms. "Rewarding" and "gratifying" are synonyms. "Merciful" means forgiving and compassionate. "Circuitous" means roundabout, indirect, and winding.

Example Question #1616 : Synonyms

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

BOUNTIFULLY

Possible Answers:

Plentifully

Opaquely

Malleably

Tortuous

Circuitous

Correct answer:

Plentifully

Explanation:

"Bountiful" and "plentiful" are synonyms. "Tortuous" means twisty and winding, and it's a synonym for "circuitous." "Malleable" means able to be molded. "Opaque" means cloudy and unclear.

Example Question #1617 : Synonyms

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

PERSONABLY

Possible Answers:

Fondly

Affectionately

Congenially

Monstrously

Disagreeably

Correct answer:

Congenially

Explanation:

"Personable" means friendly, congenial, and agreeable. This is an antonym of "disagreeable." "Affectionate" means loving and fond. "Monstrous" means savage or non-human.

Example Question #1618 : Synonyms

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

SURREPTITIOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Conscientiously

Insufferably

Palatably

Triflingly

Furtively

Correct answer:

Furtively

Explanation:

"Surreptitious" and "furtive" are synonyms that mean secretive. "Insufferable" means intolerable, and "conscientious" means dutiful and responsible. Something "trifling" is insignificant. "Palatable" means acceptable.

Example Question #91 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

INIMICALLY

Possible Answers:

Dutifully

Miserably

Ostensibly

Harmfully

Happily

Correct answer:

Harmfully

Explanation:

"Inimical" means harmful and damaging. "Miserable" and "happy" are antonyms. "Dutiful" means dedicated and responsible. "Ostensible" means apparent or supposed.

Example Question #92 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

VORACIOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Affably

Vigorously

Insatiably

Tiredly

Rashly

Correct answer:

Insatiably

Explanation:

"Voracious" and "insatiable" are both synonyms for very hungry. "Vigorous" means energetic or strong and robust. "Affable" means amiable and cheerful. "Rash" means reckless and hasty.

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