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 #1204 : Identifying Synonyms

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

ABRASIVE

Possible Answers:

Stringent

Abstruse

Harsh

Elementary

Strict

Correct answer:

Harsh

Explanation:

"Abrasive" means "harsh," corrosive, or caustic. "Stringent" and "strict" are synonyms. "Elementary" means basic or fundamental. "Abstruse," a near antonym means obscure and arcane.

Example Question #1205 : Identifying Synonyms

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

PARSIMONIOUS

Possible Answers:

Magnanimous

Benevolent

Malicious

Cheap

Munificent

Correct answer:

Cheap

Explanation:

"Parsimonious" means cheap or stingy. It's the opposite of "munificent" and "magnanimous," which both mean generous. "Benevolent" and "malicious" are antonyms.

Example Question #1206 : Identifying Synonyms

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

BEWITCHING

Possible Answers:

Petulant

Reckless

Suave

Iniquitous

Enchanting

Correct answer:

Enchanting

Explanation:

"Bewitching" and "enchanting" mean captivating, charming. "Suave" means debonair, sophisticated. "Iniquitous" is a synonym for evil. "Reckless" means irresponsible and risky. "Petulant" means peevish or irritable.

Example Question #1207 : Identifying Synonyms

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

ACERBIC

Possible Answers:

Reverent

Timid

Resourceful

Enterprising

Caustic

Correct answer:

Caustic

Explanation:

"Acerbic" means sharp, cutting, or "caustic" and often describes remarks. "Resourceful" is a synonym for enterprising, and "timid" means meek and shy. "Reverent" means worshipful.

Example Question #1208 : Identifying Synonyms

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

GLUM

Possible Answers:

Lugubrious

Insatiable

Haughty

Serene

Supercilious

Correct answer:

Lugubrious

Explanation:

"Lugubrious" means morose or "glum." "Haughty" and "supercilious" both mean arrogant and conceited. "Insatiable" means ravenous, very hungry. "Serene" means calm and tranquil.

Example Question #1209 : Identifying Synonyms

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

DEBONAIR

Possible Answers:

Urbane

Potable

Potent

Assiduous

Indolent

Correct answer:

Urbane

Explanation:

"Debonair" means "urbane," suave, or sophisticated. "Assiduous" means hardworking, which is an antonym for "indolent," or lazy. "Potable" means safe to drink, and "potent" means powerful.

Example Question #1210 : Identifying Synonyms

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

UNCTUOUS

Possible Answers:

Impartial

Smarmy

Imaginative

Magnanimous

Saccharine

Correct answer:

Smarmy

Explanation:

"Unctuous" is a synonym for "smarmy," insincerely ingratiating. "Impartial" means unbiased, and "saccharine" means overly sweet. "Imaginative" is a synonym for creative, and "magnanimous" is a synonym for "generous."

Example Question #231 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

PEDANTIC

Possible Answers:

Lackluster

Meticulous

Paramount

Fortuitous

Addled

Correct answer:

Meticulous

Explanation:

The adjective "pedantic" is used to describe someone who pays too close attention to details, someone who is obsessive about something in an irritating manner. The closest answer choice to this definition is "meticulous" which means precise, trying to do something perfectly. Additionally, "paramount" means of particular importance, very significant; "fortuitous" means lucky; "addled" means confused and mentally weak (usually from drug use or old age); "lackluster" means uninspiring, underwhelming.

Example Question #232 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

ECCENTRIC

Possible Answers:

Odd

Simple

Youthful

Normal

Ancient

Correct answer:

Odd

Explanation:

The adjective "eccentric" is usually used to describe certain people and means odd, unusual, prone to weird behavior.

Example Question #233 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

PERSPICACIOUS

Possible Answers:

Illuminating

Salient

Corpulent

Loathsome

Discerning

Correct answer:

Discerning

Explanation:

The adjective "perspicacious" is used to describe someone who is very discerning, able to notice and understand things very well. Additionally, "loathsome" means detestable, hated; "illuminating" means revealing, 'shining a light on'; "corpulent" means overweight, fat; "salient" means most important, very significant.

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