SSAT Upper Level Verbal : Synonyms: Nouns for Tangible Things
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Example Question #271 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ARMORY
Arsenal
Cloister
Pantry
Ditty
Shanty
Arsenal
An "armory" and an "arsenal" are both a place where weapons are stored. A "pantry" is where food is stored, and a "cloister" is an enclosed area or walkway, usually inside a monastery. A "shanty" is a sea song. A "ditty" is a little tune.
Example Question #272 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ORDINANCE
Armor
Weaponry
Humanity
Philanthropy
Law
Law
An "ordinance" is a "law" or decree. This isn't to be confused with "ordnance," which is weaponry. "Armor" is protective gear worn in battle. "Humanity" means humankind. "Philanthropy" is charity, generosity, benevolence.
Example Question #141 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DAIS
Zest
Platform
Travails
Skullduggery
Gluttony
Platform
A "dais" is a raised "platform," often for a throne or other ceremonial purpose. "Travails" are ordeals or difficult, painful labors. "Skullduggery" is trickery, and "gluttony" is overeating. Another word for "zest" is zeal.
Example Question #142 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RIPOSTE
Garment
Skirmish
Drinking vessel
Melee
Retort
Retort
A "riposte" is a quick and often witty retort or response. A "melee" is a skirmish or brawl. A drinking vessel is a "tankard" or "flagon." A "garment" is an article of clothing.
Example Question #143 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
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REPAST
Retort
Sojourn
Coppice
Squabble
Meal
Meal
A "repast" is a "meal" or even feast. Don't confuse this with a "riposte," or retort. A "squabble" is an argument or quarrel. A "coppice" is a thicket or grove of small trees. A "sojourn" is a temporary rest or vacation.
Example Question #144 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
EDICT
Decree
Arsenal
Idiosyncrasy
Salve
Metropolis
Decree
An "edict" is a "decree" or ordinance. A "metropolis" is a city or urban area. A "salve" is a balm or a healing ointment. An "idiosyncrasy" is a quirk or zany individual trait. An "arsenal" is a collection of weaponry, an armory.
Example Question #145 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
TRAVAIL
Pandemonium
Ordeal
Shoe
Milliner
Zeal
Ordeal
A "travail" is an ordeal or difficult trial. This is not the same as a "shoe" or a milliner, a maker of hats. "Pandemonium" is another word for chaos. "Zeal" is zest or passion.
Example Question #146 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
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ORDNANCE
Harangue
Law
Weaponry
Cheer
Skullduggery
Weaponry
"Ordnance" is "weaponry" and is a collective noun. Don't confuse this with an "ordinance," or law. "Skullduggery" is another word for treachery. A "harangue" is a rant or tirade. "Cheer" is happiness and joy, and a "cheer" is a celebratory or encouraging shout.
Example Question #147 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CATAMOUNT
Pirate
Expiation
Wildcat
Progeny
Threat
Wildcat
A "catamount" is a "wildcat," particularly a cougar. "Progeny is another word for offspring, and "expiation" is the act of making amends, atoning for sins. A "threat" is a warning of violence or a thing with potential to harm people or property. A "pirate" is a criminal person who attacks ships and marauds on the high seas.
Example Question #148 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
REJOINDER
Tempest
Vacation
Retort
Sanction
Mongrel
Retort
A "rejoinder" is a "retort," a witty response. A "tempest" is a storm, and a "mongrel" is a mixed-breed animal. A "sanction" is an official punishment or penalty, often used politically by one country against another; however, in other contexts, it can also mean official approval or authorization for something. A "vacation" could be another word for a respite, a break, or an intermission.
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