SSAT Upper Level Verbal : Identifying Synonyms
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Example Question #1291 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
PRECARIOUS.
Illusory
Uncertain
Unimpressive
Perfect
Preliminary
Uncertain
If something is “precarious,” it is uncertain or unstable,with connotations of danger. The placement of a cup on the edge of a table would be “precariously” situated. For clarification, "preliminary" means coming before something; "illusory" means not real or imaginary.
Example Question #1292 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
NEFARIOUS.
Hard-working
Honest
Wicked
Unscrupulous
Discerning
Wicked
“Nefarious” means wicked, infamous or evil. For clarification, "unscrupulous" means not restrained by moral or ethical principles; "discerning" means selective and showing good judgment.
Example Question #1293 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
OLFACTORY.
Relating to the sense of hearing
Relating to the sense of smell
Relating to the sense of touch
Relating to the sense of taste
Relating to the sense of sight
Relating to the sense of smell
“Olfactory” means relating to the sense of smell.
Example Question #1294 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
FATUOUS.
Unfounded
Asinine
Irreverent
Borderline
Relevant
Asinine
“Fatuous” means unintelligent, pointless and a waste of time, which is a synonym for “asinine.” Both words are generally used to describe pointless activities or foolish ideas. For clarification, "irreverent" means disrespectful, not reverent; "unfounded" means baseless, not based on evidence.
Example Question #9 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives
Synonyms: find the words that match most closely.
AUTARKIC
Social
Talkative
Uninspired
Prevalent
Independent
Independent
"Autarkic" means economically independent and is usually used to refer to a country, state, or society.
Example Question #5 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives
Choose the best synonym for the word in capital letters.
FUNCTIONAL
expensive
thoughtless
utilitarian
marvelous
candid
utilitarian
"Functional" means useful or utilitarian.
Example Question #545 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Choose the best synonym for the word in capital letters.
CONGENITAL
inborn
petite
shadowed
merry
truthful
inborn
"Congenital" means present from birth, or inborn.
Example Question #11 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives
Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
IMPERVIOUS.
Susceptible
Gregarious
Impenetrable
Cantankerous
Voluptuous
Impenetrable
“Impervious” means not allowing something to pass through, or impenetrable. It can also mean being unmoved by other people’s opinions when used to describe a person. For clarification, cantankerous means very angry and grumpy; gregarious means outgoing and sociable; voluptuous means sensual or indulgent; susceptible means vulnerable to something or easily affected by something.
Example Question #12 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives
Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
COMMENDABLE.
Ambivalent
Fair and just
Unfairly suspected
Worthy of praise
Harangue
Worthy of praise
“Commendable” means praiseworthy. For clarification, "ambivalent" means unsure or confused; "harangue" means berate, or to criticize somebody forcefully.
Example Question #13 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives
Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
INNOCUOUS.
Porous
Harmless
Suspicious
Trustworthy
Dangerous
Harmless
“Innocuous” means harmless or unlikely to cause offense. For clarification, "porous" means easily permeable or breachable and is an antonym of “impenetrable.”
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