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 #432 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

VIGOROUSLY

Possible Answers:

Entertainingly

Lushly

Prudishly

Energetically

Priggishly

Correct answer:

Energetically

Explanation:

"Vigorous" means energetic, strong, and forceful. To be "prudish" or "priggish" is to be easily shocked or scandalized by inappropriate things. Someone "entertaining" is amusing and offers entertainment. "Lush" means rich and luxuriant.

Example Question #433 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

DELECTABLY

Possible Answers:

Deliciously

Cleverly

Craftily

Critically

Cunningly

Correct answer:

Deliciously

Explanation:

"Delectable" and "delicious" both mean extremely tasty. To be "critical" is to analyze and express (often harsh) judgments about something. To be "clever" is to be quick and intelligent. To be "cunning" or "crafty" is to be clever in a sly, often devious way.

Example Question #434 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

BRAVELY

Possible Answers:

Scarily

Courageously

Fashionably

Crossly

Repentantly

Correct answer:

Courageously

Explanation:

To be "brave" is to be courageous, to lack fear. "Scarily" and "frighteningly" are synonyms. "Crossly" means in an annoyed fashion. "Fashionably" means stylishly, and to be "repentant" is to express regret for wrongdoing.

Example Question #435 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

CONTAGIOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Foolishly

Uproariously

Infectiously

Charmingly

Decorously

Correct answer:

Infectiously

Explanation:

"Infectious" and "contagious" are synonyms. "Foolish" means silly and stupid, and to be "charming" is to be attractive, engaging, and pleasant. "Decorously" means properly or politely. "Uproarious" means rowdy or noisy.

Example Question #436 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

HAPHAZARDLY

Possible Answers:

Dangerously

Randomly

Sternly

Credibly

Gullibly

Correct answer:

Randomly

Explanation:

"Haphazard" means random, disorganized, or chaotic. "Credibly" means believably, and "gullibly" means overly willing to believe something. "Sternly" means firmly or strictly.

Example Question #437 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

VINDICTIVELY

Possible Answers:

Vacantly

Stingily

Vengefully

Kookily

Effectively

Correct answer:

Vengefully

Explanation:

"Vindictive" means vengeful or revengeful. "Effectively" and "efficaciously" are synonyms, and "vacantly" means emptily. "Repeatedly" means occurring over and over again. "Stingy" means miserly, and "kookily" and "zanily" are synonyms.

Example Question #438 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

GRIEVOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Outrageously

Ruddily

Seriously

Startlingly

Uncommonly

Correct answer:

Seriously

Explanation:

"Grievously" means seriously, as in, "he was grievously wounded by the wild boar." "Ruddy" means red, "outrageous" means shockingly bad, and "startling" means surprising. "Uncommonly" and "unusually" are synonyms, but "uncommonly" can also mean remarkably.

Example Question #439 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

NOBLY

Possible Answers:

Originally

Furtively

Chivalrously

Sneakily

Musically

Correct answer:

Chivalrously

Explanation:

"Chivalrous" and "noble" can both mean gallant, honorable, and virtuous. To be "sneaky" or to be "furtive" is to be sly and deceptive. "Originally" can mean in the the first place, initially

Example Question #440 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

EXCEPTIONALLY

Possible Answers:

Commonly

Subtly

Outstandingly

Judiciously

Futilely

Correct answer:

Outstandingly

Explanation:

Something "exceptional" can be unusual or uncommon, but the word can also mean excellent and outstanding. "Commonly" and "exceptionally" are antonyms. Someone "judicious" shows good judgment, and something "futile" is pointless, fruitless. "Subtle" means so faint as to be barely perceptible.

Example Question #1511 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal

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

SCORNFULLY

Possible Answers:

Mournfully

Rationally

Objectively

Contemptuously

Knowingly

Correct answer:

Contemptuously

Explanation:

"Scorn" and "contempt" both describe hatred for someone or something (often something that's perceived to be worthless). "Objectively" and "subjectively" are synonyms, as are "rationally" and "irrationally." "Knowingly" can mean deliberately or it can mean in a manner that indicates secret knowledge and understanding. "Mournfully" means sadly.

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