SSAT Upper Level Verbal : Synonyms

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Example Questions

Example Question #481 : Synonyms

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

INCIDENT

Possible Answers:

Biology

Deluge

Event

Transformation

Rant

Correct answer:

Event

Explanation:

An "incident" is an event or an occurrence, so "event" is the correct answer. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "incident" and "event": "biology" is the study of life; a "transformation" is a signficant or large change; a "deluge" is a large flood; and a "rant" is a tirade or a loud speech complaining about something.

Example Question #482 : Synonyms

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

STATUS

Possible Answers:

Rank

Referral

Achievement

Relaxation

Exploration

Correct answer:

Rank

Explanation:

"Status" means a person's relative standing in some category, so "rank," a noun that means a person's location in a hierarchy, is the correct answer. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "status": "achievement" means an accomplishment; "congestion" means obstruction or blockage; "exploration" means the act of traveling somewhere to learn about that place; and "relaxation" means the state of not being anxious or stressed about anything.

Example Question #483 : Synonyms

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

MAXIM

Possible Answers:

Amateur

Brigade

Camouflage

Loot

Proverb

Correct answer:

Proverb

Explanation:

"Maxim" is a proverb or wise saying. "Brigade" is a division or unit of an army. "Amateur" is a person who engages in an activity, but is not a professional. "Loot" is goods stolen from the enemy during wartime. "Camouflage" means a disguise usually by blending in with the environment.

Example Question #484 : Synonyms

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

HASTE

Possible Answers:

Ornament

Barrier

Proverb

Hurriedness

Amateur

Correct answer:

Hurriedness

Explanation:

"Haste" means hurriedness or the state of being done quickly or with great speed. "Proverb" is an adage or wise saying. "Ornament" is an object used to decorate a person or thing. "Amateur" is a non-professional who engages in some activity. "Barrier" is a obstacle that blocks access.

Example Question #485 : Synonyms

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

DEXTERITY

Possible Answers:

Bias

Expertise

Romance

Temptation

Outrage

Correct answer:

Expertise

Explanation:

"Dexterity" means to have an expertise or skill in a specific field. "Temptation" means having a desire or wanting to do something. "Romance" means a feeling of love. "Outrage" means a strong reaction of anger. "Bias" means having a prejudice or showing favor to one particular side.

Example Question #1241 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal

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

BRAVADO

Possible Answers:

Benevolence

Disguise

Cascade

Boldness

Stash

Correct answer:

Boldness

Explanation:

"Bravado" means boldness or acting in a way to impress or intimidate others. "Stash" means something stored away or hidden. "Benevolence" is the act of kindness and geneorsity. "Disguise" is the act of hiding or concealing oneself. "Cascade" is a waterfall.

Example Question #1242 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal

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

FRENZY

Possible Answers:

Tranquility

Adage

Inquisition

Hysteria

Marriage

Correct answer:

Hysteria

Explanation:

"Frenzy" means hysteria or a state of disorderly and wild behavior. "Tranquility" is an antonym; it means a state of calmness and peacefulness. "Inquisition" is an interrogation or a period when a person is investigated and questioned. "Marriage" is a union between two people. "Adage" is a proverb or wise saying.

Example Question #1243 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal

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

RESPITE

Possible Answers:

Catastrophe

Intermission

Sacrifice

Profanity

Sage

Correct answer:

Intermission

Explanation:

"Respite" is an intermission or break. "Catastrophe" means disaster or an event causing much damage and destruction. "Sacrifice" is an act of giving up something for a greater purpose. "Profanity" means swear words. "Sage" is a very wise person.

Example Question #1244 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal

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

CENSURE

Possible Answers:

Acceptance

Disapproval

Population

Measure

Fissure

Correct answer:

Disapproval

Explanation:

"Censure" is harsh disapproval. The best choice is "disapproval," as it is part of the definition of the word "censure." Considering the other choices, "measure" means to mark off, "acceptance" is favorable approval or reception, "population" is the number of people inhabiting a place or country, and a "fissure" is a narrow opening caused by the separation of two parts.

Example Question #1245 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal

 

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

 

ADAGE

Possible Answers:

Residence

Proverb

Cadence

Abduction

Collusion

Correct answer:

Proverb

Explanation:

An "adage" is a wise saying or a "proverb." "Abduction" means a kidnapping. "Cadence" means rhythm. "Collusion" means a conspiracy or a secret agreement. "Residence" usually refers to a person's home.

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