SSAT Upper Level Verbal : Synonyms

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #23 : Synonyms: Nouns

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

EQUANIMITY

Possible Answers:

Calmness

Entrance

Disinfectant

Whimper

Escape

Correct answer:

Calmness

Explanation:

"Equanimity" means calmness or emotional composure. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "equanimity": "whimper" means whine; "entrance" means the way by which one enters a place; "disinfectant" means a substance that kills germs; and "escape" means getaway.

Example Question #425 : Identifying Synonyms

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

PANACHE

Possible Answers:

Style

Exam

Capsule

Planet

Termination

Correct answer:

Style

Explanation:

"Panache" means style, swagger, or a flamboyant manner, so "style" is the correct answer. None of the other words are close in meaning to "panache": "exam" means test; "termination" means end; "planet" means a celestial body that orbits a star; and "capsule" means container.  

Example Question #431 : Identifying Synonyms

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

ABERRATION

Possible Answers:

Newspaper

Structure

Lock

Deviation

Antidote

Correct answer:

Deviation

Explanation:

An "aberration" is a deviation from the norm, so "deviation" is the correct answer. None of the other words are close in meaning to "aberration": "antidote" means a cure for a poison; "structure" means something that is built; "lock" means a device for securing something; and "newspaper" means a publication containing news.  

Example Question #432 : Identifying Synonyms

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

PERDITION

Possible Answers:

Enemy

Reprisal

Exclamation

Storage

Doom

Correct answer:

Doom

Explanation:

"Perdition" means hell, damnation, utter destruction, or doom, so "doom" is the correct answer. The root word perdere means to lose. None of the other words are close in meaning to "perdition": "reprisal" means retaliation; "exclamation" means shout; "enemy" means opponent; and "storage" means space reserved for housing items.  

Example Question #433 : Identifying Synonyms

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

ACME

Possible Answers:

Expense

Apex

Denial

Matrimony

Power

Correct answer:

Apex

Explanation:

"Acme" and "apex" both mean the highest point, so "apex" is the correct answer. None of the other answers are close in meaning to "acme": "denial" means disavowal; "expense" means cost; "matrimony" means marriage; and "power" means control.   

Example Question #434 : Identifying Synonyms

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

VERTIGO

Possible Answers:

Permutation

Dizziness

Bullet

March

Bouquet

Correct answer:

Dizziness

Explanation:

"Vertigo" is defined as a sensation of dizziness or of being in tilting or spinning surroundings, so "dizziness" is the correct answer. The root word vert means to turn. None of the other answers are close in meaning to "vertigo": "bullet" means a small metal projectile; "march" means the act of walking in a stately manner; "bouquet" means a group of flowers; and "permutation" means transformation.  

Example Question #435 : Identifying Synonyms

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

CALAMITY

Possible Answers:

Disaster

Embrace

Apology

Generosity 

Instrument

Correct answer:

Disaster

Explanation:

A "calamity" is a disaster, so "disaster" is the correct answer. None of the other answers are close in meaning to "calamity": "embrace" means hug; "instrument" means tool; "apology" means the act of expressing regret; and "generosity" means liberality in giving.  

Example Question #436 : Identifying Synonyms

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

ASPERSION

Possible Answers:

Overview

Slander

Insect

Notion

Transversal

Correct answer:

Slander

Explanation:

"Aspersion" means slander or a malicious remark, so "slander" is the correct answer. None of the other answers are close in meaning to "aspersion": "overview" means summary; "transversal" means a line intersecting two or more lines; "notion" means idea; and "insect" means bug.

Example Question #437 : Identifying Synonyms

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

TRANSGRESSION

Possible Answers:

Offense

Intellect

Secretary

Stigma

Retribution

Correct answer:

Offense

Explanation:

"Transgression" means an offense or an act that goes against a rule or code of conduct, so "offense" is the correct answer. None of the other answers are close in meaning to "transgression": "stigma" means a mark of disgrace; "retribution" means repayment; "secretary" means administrative assistant; and "intellect" means intelligence.

Example Question #438 : Identifying Synonyms

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

ACCLAIM

Possible Answers:

Praise

Emblem

Abnormailty

Stamina

Feud

Correct answer:

Praise

Explanation:

"Acclaim" means praise, so "praise" is the correct answer. "Emblem" means symbol. "Abnormality" means flaw or something that differs from a norm. "Stamina" means the ability to endure some type of effort. "Feud" means a prolonged conflict or hostility between two or more parties.

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