SSAT Middle Level Verbal : Synonyms: Adjectives and Adverbs

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #351 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

LUCRATIVE

Possible Answers:

Urban

Profitable

Widespread

Current

Devoted

Correct answer:

Profitable

Explanation:

"Lucrative" means profitable or able to make a lot of money, so "profitable" is the correct answer. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "lucrative": "devoted" means loyal or dedicated; "widespread" means occurring in many different places; "current" means up-to-date or happening in the present; and "urban" means having to do with cities instead of the countryside.

Example Question #352 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Synonyms: Select the word whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

EGALITARIAN

Possible Answers:

Ideal

Swift

Crinkled

Equestrian

Equal

Correct answer:

Equal

Explanation:

"Egalitarian" means having to do with the idea that all people deserve to be treated equally, so the answer choice closest in meaning is "equal." As for the other answer choices, none are close in meaning to "equal": "equestrian" means having to do with riding horses; "crinkled" means wrinkled; "ideal" means conforming to one's idea of perfection or the best possible; and "swift" means speedy or quick.

Example Question #353 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

IMPROMPTU

Possible Answers:

Unrehearsed

Athletic

Faithful

Planned

Greedy

Correct answer:

Unrehearsed

Explanation:

"Impromptu" means unplanned, extemporaneousoff the cuff, or not scheduled in advance, so "unrehearsed," which means not rehearsed in advance, is the correct answer. "Planned" is an antonym of "impromptu"; it means organized or scheduled in advance. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "impromptu"; "athletic" means physically fit or having to do with athletes; "greedy" means overly concerned with the accumulation of money or other resources for oneself; and "faithful" means loyal and devoted.

Example Question #354 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Synonyms: Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

DIVISIVE

Possible Answers:

Regretful

Factious 

Undermined 

Fractious 

Determined 

Correct answer:

Factious 

Explanation:

If someone is “divisive” they cause a lot of disagreement between people and cause them to separate into different groups. "Divisive" shares a root with "division" and "divide." If you are “factious” then you are inclined to create and maintain small groups or factions. Do not mistake it for “fractious” which means causing trouble or hard to manage. To clarify, “undermined” means to make weaker or less effective, usually in a secret way; “determined” means working hard to achieve something; “regretful” means wishing you had not done something

Example Question #648 : Synonyms

Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

INTRIGUING

Possible Answers:

Casual

Interesting

Strict

Colorful

Formal

Correct answer:

Interesting

Explanation:

"Intriguing," means to arousing curiosity or interest, so "interesting" is the best answer.

Example Question #355 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

LUCRATIVE

Possible Answers:

Lucky 

Profitable

Hindering 

Recreational

Sensational 

Correct answer:

Profitable

Explanation:

If a business is “lucrative,” it makes a lot of money or it is able to make a lot of money. “Profitable” also means able to make a lot of money or profit. If something is “hindering,” it prevents something from moving forward. You can tell the meaning of the word "hindering" from its root word "hind-," which means back. An animal’s “hind” legs are their back legs. “Recreational” refers to something done in one's spare time. “Sensational” means shocking or amazing.

Example Question #356 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

A synonym of "formidable" is __________.

Possible Answers:

burnt

accomplished

dirty

tasty

afraid

Correct answer:

accomplished

Explanation:

"Formidable" is an adjective that means "inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, intense, or capable." So, we need to pick out an answer choice that means something like "inspiring fear or respect." "Afraid" may look like a potentially correct answer, but "afraid" does not mean "inspiring fear," but rather "feeling fear or anxiety; frightened," so it cannot be the correct answer. "Accomplished," however, is an adjective that means "highly trained or skilled," and because "accomplished" is the answer choice that is closest in meaning to "formidable," "accomplished" is the correct answer.

Example Question #357 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

A synonym of "potent" is __________.

Possible Answers:

arranged

derelict

frail

mighty

indispensable

Correct answer:

mighty

Explanation:

"Potent" is an adjective that means "having great power, influence, or effect," so we need to pick out an adjective that means something like "powerful" or "having a strong effect." "Frail," then, cannot be the correct answer, because "frail" is an adjective that can mean "of a person: weak and delicate," "easily damaged or broken; fragile or insubstantial," or "weak in character or morals," making it an antonym, not a synonym, of "potent." "Mighty," however, is an adjective that can mean "possessing great and impressive power or strength, especially on account of size" or "of an action: performed with or requiring great strength." Because "mighty" is the answer choice closest in meaning to "potent," "mighty" is the correct answer.

Example Question #358 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Synonyms: choose the answer that is closest in meaning to the word in question.

Potent

Possible Answers:

Critical

Memorable

Powerful

Unfortunate

Immortal

Correct answer:

Powerful

Explanation:

"Potent" means powerful; Unfortunate means unlucky; Immortal means able to live forever; Memorable means easily remembered; and Critical means important.

Example Question #635 : Identifying Synonyms

Synonyms: choose the word with the meaning closest to the word in question.

Drowsy

Possible Answers:

Loyal

Energetic

Excited

Tired

Nervous

Correct answer:

Tired

Explanation:

"Drowsy" means sleepy or tired.

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