SSAT Upper Level Verbal : Identifying Synonyms

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #1063 : Synonyms

Choose the best synonym for the word in capital letters.

NIMBLE

Possible Answers:

sprightly

rude

aloof

meticulous

strong

Correct answer:

sprightly

Explanation:

"Nimble" means moving quickly and lightly, or sprightly.

Example Question #271 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Synonyms: choose the answer that is closest in meaning to the word in question.

Callous

Possible Answers:

Euphoric

Sympathetic

Compassionate

Unfeeling

Mutable

Correct answer:

Unfeeling

Explanation:

"Callous" means unfeeling; Compassionate and Sympathetic means showing emotion; Euphoric means extremely happy; and Mutable means able to be changed.

Example Question #1065 : Synonyms

Choose the best synonym for the word in capital letters.

PRAGMATIC

Possible Answers:

controversial

aristocratic

sensible

blunt

newfangled

Correct answer:

sensible

Explanation:

"Pragmatic" means sensible or practical.

Example Question #272 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Choose the best synonym for the word in capital letters.

RUTHLESS

Possible Answers:

flexible

cruel

impoverished

competent

well-written

Correct answer:

cruel

Explanation:

"Ruthless" means merciless and cruel.

Example Question #1067 : Synonyms

Choose the best synonym for the word in capital letters.

BENEVOLENT

Possible Answers:

judgmental

expensive

insane

aesthetic

kindhearted

Correct answer:

kindhearted

Explanation:

"Benevolent" means kindhearted and well-meaning.

Example Question #272 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

QUIXOTIC

Possible Answers:

Miniature

Tangential

Aligned

Cautious

Impractical

Correct answer:

Impractical

Explanation:

"Quixotic" means impractical, fanciful, or idealistic. The word is based upon the literary character Don Quixote, who is impractical, chivalrous, and romantic. So, "impractical" is the correct answer because it is the answer choice closest in meaning to "quixotic."

Example Question #273 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

VALIANT

Possible Answers:

Brave

Ample

Frightened

Timid

Noxious

Correct answer:

Brave

Explanation:

"Valiant" means brave. "Timid" means fearful or shy. "Frightened" means afraid or scared. "Noxious" means poisonous or toxic. "Ample" means enough or sufficient.

Example Question #274 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

IMPARTIAL

Possible Answers:

Partial

Neutral

Empathetic

Prejudiced

Biased

Correct answer:

Neutral

Explanation:

"Impartial" means neutral. "Biased," "prejudiced," and "partial" are all antoynyms of "impartial." They all mean not neutral, but taking one side. Empathethic means showing sympathy or compassion.

Example Question #51 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

CAUSTIC

Possible Answers:

Still

Greedy

Corrosive

Unprofessional 

Showy

Correct answer:

Corrosive

Explanation:

"Caustic" means corrosive or very critical, so "corrosive" is the correct answer. None of the other words are close in meaning to "caustic": "greedy" means excessively desirous of money; "showy" means eye-catching or gaudy; "still" means unmoving; and "unprofessional" means improper.  

Example Question #52 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

LOQUACIOUS

Possible Answers:

Profound

Welcoming

Talkative

Blaring

Tiny

Correct answer:

Talkative

Explanation:

"Loquacious" means talkative, so "talkative" is the correct answer. None of the other words are close in meaning to "loquacious": "blaring" means deafening; "welcoming" means hospitable; "profound" means meaningful; and "tiny" means small

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