SSAT Middle Level Verbal : SSAT Middle Level Verbal

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #1141 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal

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

LUXURIOUS

Possible Answers:

Infamous

Deluxe

Expensive

Numerical

Perfect

Correct answer:

Deluxe

Explanation:

"Luxurious" and "deluxe" both mean extremely elegant and comfortable. "Infamous" means notorious, and "numeric" means relating to numbers. "Perfect" and "flawed" are antonyms. While "luxurious" items are often "expensive," the two are not synonymous.

Example Question #1142 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal

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

SCUMMY

Possible Answers:

Wavering

Decisive

Elaborate

Dirty

Quivering

Correct answer:

Dirty

Explanation:

"Scummy" and "dirty" are synonyms. "Decisive" is the opposite of both indecisive and wavering. "Elaborate" means complex or complicated. To "quiver" is to shake.

Example Question #1143 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal

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

RUDDY

Possible Answers:

Red

Cerulean

Olive

Viridian

Copper

Correct answer:

Red

Explanation:

"Ruddy" means red and is usually used to describe a complexion. The rest of the words are colors as well: "copper" is a metallic brown,"viridian" is green, "cerulean" is blue, and "olive" is a yellowish-green color.

Example Question #1144 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal

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

GRUESOME

Possible Answers:

Yielding

Nosy

Shy

Grisly

Handsome

Correct answer:

Grisly

Explanation:

"Gruesome" and "grisly" both mean repulsive and horrible. To "yield" is to give in. To be "nosy" is to pry into other people's business. "Shy" means timid, and "handsome" means physically attractive and is usually used to describe men.

Example Question #1145 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal

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

GROTESQUE

Possible Answers:

Ancient

Deformed

Interrogative

Praiseworthy

Religious

Correct answer:

Deformed

Explanation:

"Grotesque" and "deformed" both mean physically misshapen. "Ancient" means very old, and "religious" describes something related to or ascribing to a religion. To "interrogate" is to ask questions. "Praiseworthy" means deserving of praise or approval; meritorious.

Example Question #1146 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal

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

FEATHERY

Possible Answers:

Wispy

Aviary

Elegy

Terrestrial

Eulogy

Correct answer:

Wispy

Explanation:

"Feathery" and "wispy" are synonyms. "Elegy" and "eulogy" are not adjectives at all; they are speeches that people deliver upon the death of a friend or relative. "Terrestrial" means of the earth. While an "aviary" is a place that birds live, it is not related to feathers and is therefore not a good synonym.

Example Question #1147 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal

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

STICKY

Possible Answers:

Gluey

Ochre

Lewd

Umber

Flowery

Correct answer:

Gluey

Explanation:

"Sticky" and "gluey" are synonyms. "Ochre" is a yellowish brown color, and "umber" is a brown color. "Lewd" means offensive or obscene. "Flowery" means resembling or related to flowers.

Example Question #1148 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal

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

GREASY

Possible Answers:

Harsh

Oily

Scrawny

Organic

Scrappy

Correct answer:

Oily

Explanation:

"Greasy" and "oily" are synonyms describing a slippery, buttery texture. "Scrappy" means determined and eager to fight, and "scrawny" means too skinny. "Organic" describes living matter (as opposed to inorganic), and "harsh" can mean either grating and raspy or cruel and severe.

Example Question #1149 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal

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

PUNGENT

Possible Answers:

Smooth

Soft

Voracious

Naive

Strong-smelling

Correct answer:

Strong-smelling

Explanation:

"Pungent" aromas are ones that smell strongly and usually unpleasantly. "Naive" means innocent, trusting, or inexperienced. "Soft" and "hard" are antonyms, as are "smooth" and "rough." "Voracious" means very hungry, ravenous.

Example Question #1150 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal

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

SILKEN

Possible Answers:

Hushed

Soft

Equable

Homespun

Beneficial

Correct answer:

Soft

Explanation:

Something "silken" is made of silk and very soft. "Homespun" means simple and plain. "Equable" means even-tempered and calm. "Beneficial" means advantageous. "Hushed" means very quiet.

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