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 #28 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

ZEALOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Energetically

Fervently

Pristinely

Heatedly

Vigorously

Correct answer:

Fervently

Explanation:

"Zealous" means ardent or fervent. "Vigorous" and "energetic" are synonyms. "Pristine" means spotlessly clean. "Heated" means vehement or passionate.

Example Question #29 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

WRYLY

Possible Answers:

Sinisterly

Productively

Wistfully

Fruitfully

Ironically

Correct answer:

Ironically

Explanation:

"Wry" means using ironic, mocking, or dry humor. "Fruitful" means productive and fertile. "Sinister" means ominous. "Wistful" means nostalgic.

Example Question #30 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

INSTANTANEOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Stupidly

Extremely

Bravely

Tinily

Immediately

Correct answer:

Immediately

Explanation:

"Instantaneous" means instant or immediate. "Brave" and "courageous" are synonyms, as are "stupid" and "unintelligent." "Tiny" means very small, and "extremely" means very.

Example Question #1511 : Identifying Synonyms

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

URGENTLY

Possible Answers:

Strictly

Direly

Suddenly

Excruciatingly

Deafly

Correct answer:

Direly

Explanation:

Something "urgent" is dire or pressing and requires immediate attention. "Deaf" means unable to hear, and "sudden" means unexpected and abrupt. "Strict" means stern or rigorous. "Excruciating" means extremely painful.

Example Question #1512 : Identifying Synonyms

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

PLAUSIBLY

Possible Answers:

Vocally

Sonically

Credibly

Incredibly

Heroically

Correct answer:

Credibly

Explanation:

Something "plausible" is credible or believable. "Incredible," which can mean impossible to believe or magnificent and wonderful, is sometimes a antonym of "plausible." 'Vocal" is the adjective form of "voice," and sonic is the adjective form of sound. "Heroic" means brave or valiant, in the manner of a hero or heroine.

Example Question #1513 : Identifying Synonyms

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

DIFFIDENTLY

Possible Answers:

Shyly

Boisterously

Difficultly

Believably

Funnily

Correct answer:

Shyly

Explanation:

"Diffident" means shy, modest, or timid. "Difficult" means challenging or hard, and "boisterous" means rowdy. "Funny" can mean humorous or strange, depending on the context. Something "believable" is plausible or credible.

Example Question #1514 : Identifying Synonyms

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

TANGIBLY

Possible Answers:

Taxingly

Zesty

Peripherally

Gaudily

Palpably

Correct answer:

Palpably

Explanation:

Something "tangible" is palpable or perceptible by touch. Something "taxing" is punishing or demanding. "Peripheral" means external or on the outside border. "Gaudy" means showy, and "zesty," an adjective, means tangy or strong tasting and not tangible.

Example Question #31 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

ASTUTELY

Possible Answers:

Obstusely

Hastily

Naively

Courageously

Shrewdly

Correct answer:

Shrewdly

Explanation:

Someone "astute" is shrewd, sharp, or clever. "Obtuse" is an antonym of "astute." "Naive" means inexperienced, and "hasty" means hurried. "Courageous" and "brave" are synonyms.

Example Question #32 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

HEATEDLY

Possible Answers:

Dubiously

Passionately

Combatively

Deliberately

Intentionally

Correct answer:

Passionately

Explanation:

"Heated" means passionate, fiery, or spirited. "Deliberate" and "intentional" are synonyms, as are "combative" and "aggressive." "Dubious" means doubtful.

Example Question #33 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

LISTLESSLY

Possible Answers:

Reverently

Jubilantly

Lecherously

Thankfully

Tiredly

Correct answer:

Tiredly

Explanation:

Someone "listless" is tired or lacking in energy. "Lecherous" means lustful, and "reverent" means worshipful or respectful. "Jubilant" means joyful, and "thankful" means grateful.

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