SSAT Upper Level Verbal : Synonyms: Nouns

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #239 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts

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

HUBRIS

Possible Answers:

Swirl

Apology

Pride

Draft

Evidence

Correct answer:

Pride

Explanation:

"Hubris" means excessive pride or arrogance.

Example Question #240 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts

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

PRECIPITATE

Possible Answers:

Awake

Extreme

Flooded

Possible

Rushed

Correct answer:

Rushed

Explanation:

The adjective "precipitate" means rushed, very sudden, or overly hasty.

Example Question #241 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts

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

NEXUS

Possible Answers:

Flirt

Approbation

Damage

Connection

Tirade

Correct answer:

Connection

Explanation:

A "nexus" is a connection.

Example Question #242 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts

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

PREROGATIVE

Possible Answers:

Truth

Celebration

Right

Wreckage

Banter

Correct answer:

Right

Explanation:

A "prerogative" is a right or privilege.

Example Question #243 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts

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

PITTANCE

Possible Answers:

Trifle

Expression

Fear

Wound

Charm

Correct answer:

Trifle

Explanation:

A "pittance" and a "trifle" are both defined as a small amount.

Example Question #244 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts

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

DIATRIBE

Possible Answers:

Rant

Energy

Sophistication

Smile

Community

Correct answer:

Rant

Explanation:

A "diatribe" is an angry rant.

Example Question #245 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts

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

APLOMB

Possible Answers:

Self-confidence

Mistake

Pool

Generality

Accusation

Correct answer:

Self-confidence

Explanation:

"Aplomb" means self-confidence or poise.

Example Question #246 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts

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

AUGURY

Possible Answers:

Growl

Jail

Bowl

Season

Omen

Correct answer:

Omen

Explanation:

An "augury" is an omen or sign.

Example Question #247 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts

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

PROPENSITY

Possible Answers:

Tendency

Permanence

Hopelessness

Transformation

Admiration

Correct answer:

Tendency

Explanation:

"Propensity" means tendency.

Example Question #248 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts

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

KISMET

Possible Answers:

Deposit

Translation

Extinguisher

Fate

Trap

Correct answer:

Fate

Explanation:

"Kismet" means fate or destiny.

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