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Example Question #444 : Identifying Synonyms
Synonyms: choose the answer closest in meaning to the word in question.
BRAVADO
Stash
Cascade
Disguise
Benevolence
Boldness
Boldness
"Bravado" means boldness or acting in a way to impress or intimidate others. "Stash" means something stored away or hidden. "Benevolence" is the act of kindness and geneorsity. "Disguise" is the act of hiding or concealing oneself. "Cascade" is a waterfall.
Example Question #445 : Identifying Synonyms
Synonyms: choose the answer closest in meaning to the word in question.
FRENZY
Marriage
Tranquility
Hysteria
Inquisition
Adage
Hysteria
"Frenzy" means hysteria or a state of disorderly and wild behavior. "Tranquility" is an antonym; it means a state of calmness and peacefulness. "Inquisition" is an interrogation or a period when a person is investigated and questioned. "Marriage" is a union between two people. "Adage" is a proverb or wise saying.
Example Question #446 : Identifying Synonyms
Synonyms: choose the answer closest in meaning to the word in question.
RESPITE
Sacrifice
Catastrophe
Sage
Intermission
Profanity
Intermission
"Respite" is an intermission or break. "Catastrophe" means disaster or an event causing much damage and destruction. "Sacrifice" is an act of giving up something for a greater purpose. "Profanity" means swear words. "Sage" is a very wise person.
Example Question #447 : Identifying Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
CENSURE
Acceptance
Population
Disapproval
Measure
Fissure
Disapproval
"Censure" is harsh disapproval. The best choice is "disapproval," as it is part of the definition of the word "censure." Considering the other choices, "measure" means to mark off, "acceptance" is favorable approval or reception, "population" is the number of people inhabiting a place or country, and a "fissure" is a narrow opening caused by the separation of two parts.
Example Question #448 : Identifying Synonyms
ADAGE
Residence
Proverb
Cadence
Abduction
Collusion
Proverb
An "adage" is a wise saying or a "proverb." "Abduction" means a kidnapping. "Cadence" means rhythm. "Collusion" means a conspiracy or a secret agreement. "Residence" usually refers to a person's home.
Example Question #449 : Identifying Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
REMEDY
Treatment
Fortitude
Summary
Plague
Compensation
Treatment
"Remedy" means "treatment" or a cure for some illness or problem. "Compensation" means payment for services rendered. "Plague" means a widespread and contagious disease. "Summary" means a brief overview of the main points of something. "Fortitude" means strength or bravery.
Example Question #450 : Identifying Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
ZEST
Lethargy
Limberness
Prudence
Rancidness
Enthusiasm
Enthusiasm
"Zest" means "enthusiasm," energy, or fervor. "Lethargy" is an antonym of "zest"; it means tiredness and a state in which one lacks energy. "Rancidness" means the quality of being old and rotten. "Prudence" means carefulness or caution. "Limberness" means the quality of being flexible and bendable.
Example Question #1241 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
INFAMY
Flattery
Domicile
Notoriety
Hedonist
Excursion
Notoriety
"Infamy" means well-known for bad deeds or "notoriety." A "hedonist" is a person who only seeks pleasure. "Flattery" means excessive praise and compliments. "Excursion" means a short outing or trip. "Domicile" means residence or home.
Example Question #1242 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
FEAT
Strength
Collection
Achievement
Measurement
Profession
Achievement
A "feat" is an act or deed that requires courage, skill, or strength. Similarly, the correct answer "achievement" is something that has been accomplished through effort. None of the other answers have similar meanings: a "collection" is a group of interesting things gathered by a person; "strength" is the ability to be physically forceful; a "profession" is a career; and "measurement" is the act of measuring something or the data gathered by measuring something.
Example Question #453 : Identifying Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
CORRELATION
Frustration
Uncertainty
Statistic
Connection
Marriage
Connection
A "correlation" is the relationship between two things that always change together. They are always connected, so "connection" is the correct answer. "Marriage" also describes a connection, but it refers to the socially official uniting of a couple. "Uncertainty" is doubt, "frustration" is annoyance, and a "statistic" is a number that conveys a piece of information.
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