SSAT Upper Level Verbal : Synonyms

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #93 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

DETRIMENTAL

Possible Answers:

Dubiously

Pleasantly

Turbulently

Inimically

Deceptively

Correct answer:

Inimically

Explanation:

Both "detrimental" and "inimical" mean harmful. "Pleasant" means agreeable and pleasing; "dubious" means doubtful. "Deceptive" and "deceitful" are synonyms. "Turbulent" means stormy.

Example Question #94 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

FERVIDLY

Possible Answers:

Lethargically

Apathetically

Equivocally

Furiously

Ardently

Correct answer:

Ardently

Explanation:

"Fervid" means ardent, fervent, and passionate. This is an antonym of "apathetic." "Lethargic" means slow and sluggish, and "furious" means very angry. "Equivocal" means ambiguous and unclear.

Example Question #1581 : Identifying Synonyms

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

EMINENTLY

Possible Answers:

Infamously

Illustriously

Notoriously

Treacherously

Jubilantly

Correct answer:

Illustriously

Explanation:

"Eminent" and "illustrious" both mean distinguished and well known, well respected. "Infamy" and "notoriety" also both connote fame, but for bad and nefarious reasons. "Treacherous" means traitorous, and "jubilant" means exultant, overjoyed.

Example Question #1582 : Identifying Synonyms

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

EXUBERANTLY

Possible Answers:

Worriedly

Apprehensively

Glumly

Inscrutably

Ebulliently

Correct answer:

Ebulliently

Explanation:

"Exuberant" and "ebullient" are synonyms that mean joyful, energetic, and cheerful. This is an antonym of "glum." "Worriedly" and "apprehensively" are synonyms, as are "inscrutable" and "inexplicable."

Example Question #1583 : Identifying Synonyms

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

EXORBITANTLY

Possible Answers:

Garrulously

Largely

Excessively

Gorgeously

Gregariously

Correct answer:

Excessively

Explanation:

"Exorbitant" means excessive or prohibitively high. "Gorgeous" means very beautiful, and "largely" means mostly or mainly. "Gregarious" describes someone who is outgoing, while "garrulous" describes someone who is talkative.

Example Question #1584 : Identifying Synonyms

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

TENACIOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Avidly

Frankly

Imperfectly

Persistently

Listlessly

Correct answer:

Persistently

Explanation:

Someone "tenacious" is persistent and determined, dogged. "Avid" means keen and eager. "Frank" means forthright and candid. "Listless" means tired and lacking energy. "Perfect" and "imperfect" are antonyms.

Example Question #1585 : Identifying Synonyms

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

SERENELY

Possible Answers:

Placidly

Discerningly

Respectfully

Offensively

Insightfully

Correct answer:

Placidly

Explanation:

"Serene" means calm and placid. "Offensive" means insulting and disrespectful, which is an antonym of "respectful." "Discerning" means perceptive or having good judgment. "Insightful" and "intuitive" are synonyms.

Example Question #1586 : Identifying Synonyms

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

RAMBUNCTIOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Assiduously

Obstreperously

Sweetly

Diligently

Aptly

Correct answer:

Obstreperously

Explanation:

"Rambunctious" means both boisterous and obstreperous. "Sweet" can mean sugary or pleasing, depending on the context. "Apt" means appropriate or suitable. "Assiduous" and "diligent" both mean hardworking.

Example Question #1587 : Identifying Synonyms

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

PETULANTLY

Possible Answers:

Illustriously

Eminently

Querulously

Convivially

Forbiddingly

Correct answer:

Querulously

Explanation:

"Petulant" and "querulous" both mean irritable. "Eminent" means distinguished. "Forbidding" means grim and uninviting. "Convivial" and "cheerful" are synonyms.

Example Question #1588 : Identifying Synonyms

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

CERTIFIABLY

Possible Answers:

Auspiciously

Verifiably

Lavishly

Infamously

Bountifully

Correct answer:

Verifiably

Explanation:

"Certifiable" and "verifiable" are synonyms meaning able to be confirmed. "Lavish" means luxurious and rich. "Bountiful" means abundant and plentiful. "Auspiciously" means promisingly. "Infamous" means notorious.

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