SSAT Upper Level Verbal : Synonyms

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #851 : Synonyms

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

MALLEABLE

Possible Answers:

Malign

Pliable

Maleficent

Injurious

Abusive

Correct answer:

Pliable

Explanation:

'Malleable" and "pliable" are synonymous adjectives. They describe a thing which is able to be shaped or molded. Some of the other answer choices might look similar, but they do not have this meaning.

Example Question #852 : Synonyms

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

POLISHED

Possible Answers:

Scratched

Glossy

Tarnished

Dull

Bruised

Correct answer:

Glossy

Explanation:

"Polished" is a synonym for "glossy" and refers to the shining appearance of an item. The other answer choices are antonyms of the word "polished."

Example Question #61 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Appearance, Materiality, And Sensory Imagery

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

TOUCHABLE

Possible Answers:

Tantalizing

Tangled

Edible

Triangular

Tangible

Correct answer:

Tangible

Explanation:

"Touchable" and "tangible" are synonyms referring to items that have a physical presence. The other words do not have meanings that are related to "touchable." 

Example Question #62 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Appearance, Materiality, And Sensory Imagery

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

INCONSPICUOUS

Possible Answers:

Archaic

Significant

Discreet

Jagged

Expert

Correct answer:

Discreet

Explanation:

"Inconspicuous" means tending not to draw attention. "Expertly" means skillfully, and "significantly" means importantly. "Archaic" means out of date. "Jagged" means having rough edges.

Example Question #63 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Appearance, Materiality, And Sensory Imagery

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

PELLUCID

Possible Answers:

Marital

Immaterial

Tangible

Transparent

Opaque

Correct answer:

Transparent

Explanation:

"Pellucid" means very clear and transparent. This the antonym of "opaque," which describes material that cannot be seen through. "Marital" is the adjective form of "marriage," and "immaterial" means either irrelevant or intangible. This is an antonym of "tangible," which means able to be touched.

Example Question #64 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Appearance, Materiality, And Sensory Imagery

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

TEAL

Possible Answers:

Delft

Cerise

Azure

Amethyst

Turquoise

Correct answer:

Turquoise

Explanation:

"Teal" and "turquoise" describe a similarly greenish-blue color. "Cerise" is the moderate red color of cherries. "Amethyst" is a lilac-purple color or gemstone. "Delft" is a city, but it is more commonly an adjective used to describe a particular shade of blue and type of pottery design. "Azure" is a bright sky blue color.

Example Question #65 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Appearance, Materiality, And Sensory Imagery

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

FLORAL

Possible Answers:

Extravagant

Sartorial

Thrifty

Flowery

Opulent

Correct answer:

Flowery

Explanation:

"Floral" and "flowery" are synonyms. "Opulent" means very wealthy, and "extravagant" means too expensive or too fancy. This is an antonym of "thrifty," or frugal. "Sartorial" is an adjective that means related to clothing.

Example Question #66 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Appearance, Materiality, And Sensory Imagery

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

DISMAL

Possible Answers:

Spectral

Eligible

Dreary

Abandoned

Uplifting

Correct answer:

Dreary

Explanation:

"Dingy" means dim and depressing. This is an antonym of "uplifting." "Spectral" means ghostlike. "Abandoned" and "vacant" are synonyms. "Eligible" means qualified.

Example Question #67 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Appearance, Materiality, And Sensory Imagery

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

SERPENTINE

Possible Answers:

Munificent

Adroit

Winding

Accurate

Dismal

Correct answer:

Winding

Explanation:

"Serpentine" means twisting or "winding." "Dismal" is a synonym for dreary, and "munificent" means generous or bountiful. "Accurate" is another word for precise. "Adroit" means deft and skillful.

Example Question #68 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Appearance, Materiality, And Sensory Imagery

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

BARONIAL

Possible Answers:

Measly

Paltry

Grand

Elegant

Distraught

Correct answer:

Grand

Explanation:

"Baronial" means both "grand" and stately. "Distraught" means distressed, and "elegant" means graceful, stylish, and sophisticated. "Measly" and "paltry" both mean small, few, or insufficient.

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