SSAT Upper Level Verbal : SSAT Upper Level Verbal
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Example Question #1071 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
TORRENT
Downpour
Drought
Unguent
Habitat
Client
Downpour
"Torrent" is a synonym for "downpour." This is the opposite of a "drought," or prolonged dry spell. A "habitat is a species' natural environment, and a "client" is a customer. "Unguent" is another word for ointment or greasy salve.
Example Question #1072 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MONGREL
Wound
Mutt
Diatribe
Fecundity
Feline
Mutt
A "mongrel" is a mutt or mixed-breed creature, most commonly a dog. A "feline" is a cat, which could be a "mongrel" but isn't necessarily synonymous with the word. "Fecundity" is another word for fertility. A "diatribe" is a rant or tirade. A "wound" is an injury.
Example Question #1073 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
INTERSTICE
Citadel
Asylum
Amity
Gap
Disparity
Gap
An "interstice" is a small gap, break, or intervening empty space between two things. "Asylum" is a synonym for "sanctuary" or refuge. A "citadel" is a fortress, and a "disparity" is a discrepancy. "Amity" is a synonym for "friendship."
Example Question #1074 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CATAFALQUE
Wildcat
Dinghy
Currency
Bier
Idiosyncrasy
Bier
A "catafalque" is a decorated platform, framework, or bier, most often used for supporting a coffin. An "idiosyncrasy" is a quirk, and a "dinghy" is a small boat. "Currency" can mean money or prevalence. Don't confuse "catafalque" with "catamount," a wildcat such as a cougar.
Example Question #1075 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
TENDER
Ligature
Scepter
Elegance
Censure
Money
Money
When used as a noun, "tender" means "money." "Elegance" means grace and style. A "scepter" is a staff, particularly an ornamental one used by a ruler. "Censure" is strong or official criticism. Another word for "ligature" is cord.
Example Question #1076 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ARMORY
Ditty
Arsenal
Cloister
Pantry
Shanty
Arsenal
An "armory" and an "arsenal" are both a place where weapons are stored. A "pantry" is where food is stored, and a "cloister" is an enclosed area or walkway, usually inside a monastery. A "shanty" is a sea song. A "ditty" is a little tune.
Example Question #1077 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ORDINANCE
Law
Humanity
Armor
Weaponry
Philanthropy
Law
An "ordinance" is a "law" or decree. This isn't to be confused with "ordnance," which is weaponry. "Armor" is protective gear worn in battle. "Humanity" means humankind. "Philanthropy" is charity, generosity, benevolence.
Example Question #1078 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DAIS
Travails
Zest
Gluttony
Skullduggery
Platform
Platform
A "dais" is a raised "platform," often for a throne or other ceremonial purpose. "Travails" are ordeals or difficult, painful labors. "Skullduggery" is trickery, and "gluttony" is overeating. Another word for "zest" is zeal.
Example Question #1079 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RIPOSTE
Garment
Melee
Skirmish
Drinking vessel
Retort
Retort
A "riposte" is a quick and often witty retort or response. A "melee" is a skirmish or brawl. A drinking vessel is a "tankard" or "flagon." A "garment" is an article of clothing.
Example Question #1080 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
REPAST
Coppice
Sojourn
Squabble
Meal
Retort
Meal
A "repast" is a "meal" or even feast. Don't confuse this with a "riposte," or retort. A "squabble" is an argument or quarrel. A "coppice" is a thicket or grove of small trees. A "sojourn" is a temporary rest or vacation.
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