SSAT Upper Level Verbal : SSAT Upper Level Verbal

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

varsity tutors app store varsity tutors android store

Example Questions

Example Question #682 : Synonyms

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

JARGON

Possible Answers:

Specialized Language

Specialized Architecture

Specialized Profession

Specialized Interrogation

Specialized Studies

Correct answer:

Specialized Language

Explanation:

"Jargon" is a type of language specific to a particular discipline or specialty. While "architects," "scholars," and other professions do have their own kinds of jargon, the words are not actually synonymous. An "interrogation" is a questioning session.

Example Question #683 : Synonyms

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

ABNEGATION

Possible Answers:

Predilection

Hearth

Renunciation

Lassitude

Fodder

Correct answer:

Renunciation

Explanation:

The noun "abnegation" means "renunciation," denial, rejection, the act of disavowing something. Additionally, a "predilection" is a preference for something; "lassitude" is weariness, exhaustion, lethargy; "fodder" is worthless material to be sacrificed for some cause; a "hearth" is a fireplace or a spiritual home, or less commonly, a literal home.

Example Question #684 : Synonyms

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

COMPLIANCE

Possible Answers:

Predilection

Repose

Serendipity

Exigency

Obedience

Correct answer:

Obedience

Explanation:

The noun "compliance" means the action of agreeing to a command or a request. Although this is not a direct synonym of "obedience," this is easily the best answer. Additionally, "predilection" is a preference for, having a particular like for something; "exigency" is urgency, the need to get something done; "repose" is rest; "serendipity" is the occurrence of some happy and lucky incident, good fortune.

Example Question #685 : Synonyms

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

ZENITH

Possible Answers:

Acumen

Harangue

Lunacy

Tenacity

Apogee

Correct answer:

Apogee

Explanation:

"Zenith" is another word for pinnacle, apex, or "apogee." "Lunacy" is a synonym for "insanity," and "tenacity" is perseverance and determination. "Acumen" is another word for shrewdness or sharpness, and a "harangue" is a verbal rant or tirade.

Example Question #686 : Synonyms

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

PROBITY

Possible Answers:

Paucity

Mischief

Integrity

Largesse

Maturity

Correct answer:

Integrity

Explanation:

"Probity" means "integrity" and moral uprightness. "Mischief" is trouble, and "largesse" is generosity. "Maturity" and "immaturity" are antonyms, as are "paucity" and "abundance."

Example Question #691 : Synonyms

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

PROCLIVITY

Possible Answers:

Apogee

Levity

Nadir

Inclination

Lethargy

Correct answer:

Inclination

Explanation:

A "proclivity" is an inclination or tendency towards something. "Lethargy" means listlessness, "nadir" means low point, and "apogee" means high point. "Levity" means lightheartedness and humor.

Example Question #692 : Synonyms

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

BREVITY

Possible Answers:

Assignation

Gluttony

Lassitude

Briefness

Decreptitude

Correct answer:

Briefness

Explanation:

"Brevity" and "briefness" are synonyms. "Lassitude" means lethargy or apathy. "Decrepitude" describes the state of being old and dilapidated. "Gluttony" means excess or greed in eating. An "assignation" is another word for a rendezvous or illicit meet-up.

Example Question #651 : Synonyms: Nouns

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

ZENITH

Possible Answers:

Rumpus

Apogee

Complicity

Ibex

Mendacity

Correct answer:

Apogee

Explanation:

"Zenith" and "apogee" both describe an apex or a high point. An "ibex" is a type of wild goat, while a "rumpus" is a commotion or a disturbance. "Complicity" means guilt, and "mendacity" means dishonesty.

Example Question #652 : Synonyms: Nouns

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

ASSIGNATION

Possible Answers:

Dignitary

Rendezvous

Zealot

Luster

Hegemony

Correct answer:

Rendezvous

Explanation:

An "assignation" is a tryst, "rendezvous," or secretive meeting. A "zealot" is a fanatic, and "hegemony" is supremacy or authoritarian dominance. A "dignitary" is a famous or noteworthy person. "Lustre" is a synonym for gloss or shine.

Example Question #653 : Synonyms: Nouns

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

LASSITUDE

Possible Answers:

Sluggishness

Amity

Aberration

Wrath

Squalor

Correct answer:

Sluggishness

Explanation:

"Lassitude" is lethargy, "sluggishness," and apathy. "Amity" is a synonym for friendship, and "squalor" is a synonym for filth. An "aberration" is something different from the norm. "Wrath" is a synonym for rage or fury.

Learning Tools by Varsity Tutors