SSAT Middle Level Verbal : Identifying Synonyms
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Example Question #67 : Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
CHASSIS
Seat
Ignition
Transmission
Frame
Engine
Frame
A “chassis” is a vehicle's base frame, so "frame" is the correct answer.
Example Question #68 : Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
CREEK
Dance
Creak
River
Ocean
Shuffle
River
A "creek" is a small stream of water, similar to, but usually smaller than a "river." It is easy to confuse with "creak," which means a squeaking sound.
Example Question #51 : Identifying Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
JAVELIN
Break
Lance
Blade
Cut
Dig
Lance
A “javelin” is a long pole tipped with a spike, similar to a spear or a "lance." "Javelin" and "lance" can also be used to mean pierce. A “blade” is a cutting edge of a knife or sword.
Example Question #21 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Synonyms: Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
CRUCIBLE
Carriage
Battle
Field
Destiny
Vessel
Vessel
A “crucible” is a pot in which metals or other substances are heated. "Vessel" is the best answer choice, as it means a container for holding things. To clarify the other terms, “destiny” means fate; a “carriage” is a wheeled vehicle for carrying passengers.
Example Question #21 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
PLAIN
Ocean
Mountain
River
Forest
Grassland
Grassland
"Plain," when used as a noun, means an area that is mostly comprised of grass, or in other words, a grassland, so "grassland" is the correct answer. An "ocean" is a large body of water. A "river" is a stream. A "mountain" is a natural land form that rises above the ground.
Example Question #22 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
A synonym of "debris" is __________.
product
cleanliness
explosion
detritus
damage
detritus
"Debris" is a noun that means "scattered fragments, typically of something wrecked or destroyed," so we need to pick out another word that means something like "fragments." While an explosion might cause debris, "explosion" does not mean the same thing as "debris," so it cannot be the correct answer. "Detritus," however, means "waste or debris of any kind," and because "detritus" is the answer choice closest in meaning to "debris," it is the correct answer.
Example Question #23 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DEBRIS
Rubble
Location
Station
Discovery
Transportation
Rubble
"Debris" means rubble. "Transportation" refers to a method of moving something or someone from one physical location to another. "Station" means a stop that a vehicle makes and the building associated with it. "Location" means a place. "Discovery" is something found.
Example Question #73 : Synonyms
Synonyms
Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
DOMICILE
encased
home
insane
asylum
spherical
home
A "domicile" is a home or a residence.
Example Question #24 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
TERRACE
Driveway
Porch
Garden
Sidewalk
Highway
Porch
"Terrace" means porch or patio, so "porch" is the correct answer. "Sidewalk" means a walking path for pedestrians located alongside a road. "Highway" means a major roadway for cars. "Driveway" is the flat surface in front of or near a house in which cars may be parked. "Garden" is a small area of land that is used for growing plants.
Example Question #25 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Synonyms: Choose the word or phrase that most closely matches the word in capital letters.
APERTURE
Eminence
Laudable
Opening
Closure
Derisory
Opening
The prefix aper- means open, so the word “aperture” means opening. To provide further help, “eminence” means reputation or distinction; “laudable” means deserving of praise; “derisory” means mocking.
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