SSAT Upper Level Verbal : SSAT Upper Level Verbal

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #1154 : Identifying Synonyms

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

MALADROIT

Possible Answers:

Clumsy

Evil

Stubborn

Cheerful

Bothersome

Correct answer:

Clumsy

Explanation:

"Maladroit" means ineffective, bungling, or clumsy.

Example Question #1155 : Identifying Synonyms

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

SYMPATHETIC

Possible Answers:

Forlorn

Plaintive

Empathetic

Pitiful

Pathetic

Correct answer:

Empathetic

Explanation:

"Sympathetic" and "empathetic" are closely related in meaning, showing understanding or approval toward an idea, action, or person. The other words do not share this meaning but do have similar meanings themselves.

Example Question #1156 : Identifying Synonyms

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

BOLD

Possible Answers:

Wealthy

Mild-mannered

Audacious

Sublime

Obvious

Correct answer:

Audacious

Explanation:

"Bold" and "audacious" are synonyms describing an outgoing, courageous personality. The other words do not share this meaning. "Mild-mannered" is an antonym to "bold" and "audacious." The other words are not adjectives used to describe personality traits.

Example Question #1157 : Identifying Synonyms

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

CONSCIENTIOUS

Possible Answers:

Dutiful

Ravenous

Frank

Eternal

Advantageous

Correct answer:

Dutiful

Explanation:

"Conscientious" means responsible and dutiful. "Eternal" means everlasting. "Advantageous" means beneficial. "Ravenous" means very hungry. "Frank" means curt and direct.

Example Question #1158 : Identifying Synonyms

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

ELOQUENT

Possible Answers:

Articulate

Partial

Excruciating

Convivial

Evasive

Correct answer:

Articulate

Explanation:

"Eloquent" means fluent. "Partially" and "wholly" are antonyms, as are "excruciatingly" and "painlessly." "Evasive" and "elusive" are synonyms, and "convivial" means cheerful.

Example Question #1159 : Identifying Synonyms

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

FRIVOLOUS

Possible Answers:

Stingy

Lonely

Philanthropic

Carefree

Advantageous

Correct answer:

Carefree

Explanation:

"Frivolous" means carefree or flighty. "Advantageous" and "beneficial" are synonyms, as are "charitable" and "philanthropic." "Stingy" means cheap or miserly. "Lonely" means alone, solitary.

Example Question #1160 : Identifying Synonyms

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

OBLIVIOUS

Possible Answers:

Alert

Victorious

Clueless

Rowdy

Sinister

Correct answer:

Clueless

Explanation:

Someone "oblivious" is completely clueless or unaware of something. This is the opposite of "alert," which means watchful. "Victorious" means triumphant. "Rowdy" means loud and boisterous. "Sinister" means ominous.

Example Question #1161 : Identifying Synonyms

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

VIVACIOUS

Possible Answers:

Somber

Intruiging

Glum

Lively

Inquisitive

Correct answer:

Lively

Explanation:

"Vivacious" means "lively." "Inquisitive" means curious, while "intriguing" means interesting or sparking one's curiosity. "Somber" means grave in manner, and "glum" means gloomy.

Example Question #1162 : Identifying Synonyms

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

ARTICULATE

Possible Answers:

Resilient

Contrary

Eloquent

Forthright

Lecherous

Correct answer:

Eloquent

Explanation:

Someone "articulate" is eloquent and well spoken. "Contrary" can mean contradictory or uncooperative, depending on the context. "Resilient" means strong and tough. "Forthright" means direct or frank. "Lecherous" and "lustful" are synonyms.

Example Question #1163 : Identifying Synonyms

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

BOISTEROUS

Possible Answers:

Taciturn

Rash

Painless

Rowdy

Just

Correct answer:

Rowdy

Explanation:

Someone "boisterous" is rambunctious, noisy, and rowdy. This is an antonym of "taciturn," which means quiet and shy. "Painful" and "painless" are antonyms. "Rash" means irresponsible and reckless. "Just" means fair.

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