SSAT Upper Level Verbal : Identifying Synonyms

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #1551 : Identifying Synonyms

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

PREDICTABLY

Possible Answers:

Gratifyingly

Incomprehensibly

Unlawfully

Festively

Forseeably

Correct answer:

Forseeably

Explanation:

Something "predictable" is foreseeable, able to be seen or guessed in advance. Something "incomprehensible" is totally unclear. "Unlawful" means illegal. "Gratifying" means rewarding or pleasing. "Festive" means merry and cheerful.

Example Question #1552 : Identifying Synonyms

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

MERCIFULLY

Possible Answers:

Nostalgically

Earnestly

Tenderly

Compassionately

Modestly

Correct answer:

Compassionately

Explanation:

Someone who shows "mercy" is compassionate or forgiving. "Earnest" means sincere, and "humble" means modest. "Nostalgic" means wistful, yearning, or longing for another time, place, or person. "Tender" means gentle and loving.

Example Question #1553 : Identifying Synonyms

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

FRANKLY

Possible Answers:

Frighteningly

Forthrightly

Shrewdly

Somberly

Elegantly

Correct answer:

Forthrightly

Explanation:

"Frank" means open and forthright. "Frightening" and "scary" are synonyms, as are "elegant" and "graceful." "Shrewd" means astute. "Somber" means solemn.

Example Question #1554 : Identifying Synonyms

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

DESIRABLY

Possible Answers:

Drunkenly

Attractively

Charismatically

Miserly

Ravenously

Correct answer:

Attractively

Explanation:

Something or someone "desirable" is attractive or popular. "Miserly" means stingy or cheap. "Drunk" means intoxicated, and "ravenous" means famished. "Charismatic" means charming, which is not quite the same as "desirable."

Example Question #1555 : Identifying Synonyms

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

SOLEMNLY

Possible Answers:

Somberly

Tranquilly

Recklessly

Agonizingly

Merrily

Correct answer:

Somberly

Explanation:

"Solemn" means grave, somber, or serious. This is the opposite of "merry," which means cheerful, lively, and carefree. "Risky" and "reckless" are synonyms. "Tranquil" and "placid" are synonyms. "Agonizing" and "excruciating" are synonyms.

Example Question #1556 : Identifying Synonyms

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

AUSPICIOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Miserably

Truthfully

Unfavorably

Promisingly

Euphorically

Correct answer:

Promisingly

Explanation:

An "auspicious" sign is a promising, fortuitous, or favorable sign. This is an antonym of "unfavorable." "Euphoric" means elated or very happy, and "miserable" means very unhappy. "Truthful" and "dishonest" are antonyms.

Example Question #1557 : Identifying Synonyms

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

CONSCIENTIOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Passionately

Rashly

Dutifully

Irresponsibly

Confidently

Correct answer:

Dutifully

Explanation:

"Conscientious" means responsible or dutiful. This is an antonym of both "irresponsible" and "rash." "Confident," on the other hand, means self-assured. "Passionate" means ardent or impassioned.

Example Question #1558 : Identifying Synonyms

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

PLACIDLY

Possible Answers:

Eagerly

Tranquilly

Ecstatically

Grimly

Quarrelsomely 

Correct answer:

Tranquilly

Explanation:

"Placid" means calm, peaceful, and tranquil. "Quarrelsome" means argumentative or pugnacious. "Ecstatic" and "euphoric" are synonyms, as are "eager" and "enthusiastic." "Grim" means dark or foreboding.

Example Question #1601 : Synonyms

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

EUPHORICALLY

Possible Answers:

Incredulously

Ecstatically

Melodically

Skeptically

Wretchedly

Correct answer:

Ecstatically

Explanation:

"Euphoric" means elated, feeling extreme happiness and ecstasy. "Incredulous" and "skeptical" both mean disbelieving. "Wretched" means miserable, the opposite of "euphoric," and "melodic" means musical.

Example Question #1602 : Synonyms

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

RASHLY

Possible Answers:

Warily

Recklessly

Painfully

Ecstatically

Cautiously

Correct answer:

Recklessly

Explanation:

"Rash" means hasty and reckless. This is an antonym of both "cautious" and "wary." "Ecstatic" means elated and joyful

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