SSAT Elementary Level Verbal : Synonyms: Adjectives and Adverbs

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #121 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

DEVOUT

Possible Answers:

Excessive

Massive

Pleasant

Religious 

Minuscule

Correct answer:

Religious 

Explanation:

Someone who is "devout" is very religious, so "religious" is the correct answer. To help you, "massive" means very big, "minuscule" means very small, and "excessive" means too much.

Example Question #122 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Each of the following questions consists of one word followed by five words or phrases. You are to select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

PERSNICKETY

Possible Answers:

messy

fussy

sneaky

personal

rickets

Correct answer:

fussy

Explanation:

"Persnickety" means fussy or a desire to have things precisely as you wish.

Example Question #123 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

BENEVOLENT

Possible Answers:

Kind

Expensive

Courageous

Worldly

Brave

Correct answer:

Kind

Explanation:

"Benevolent" means kind or compassionate, so "kind" is the correct answer.

Example Question #123 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

ADVENTUROUS

Possible Answers:

Anemic

Horrific

Wealthy

Energetic

Daring

Correct answer:

Daring

Explanation:

"Adventurous" is defined as willing to take risks or try out new things. Since "daring" is defined as adventurous or bold, it is the best answer choice.

Example Question #124 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

INTELLECTUAL

Possible Answers:

Cerebellum

Educated

Lyrical

Dangerous

Interesting

Correct answer:

Educated

Explanation:

"Intellectual" is defined as relating to reasoning and understanding, especially with regard to abstract and rational matters; thus "educated" is the best answer choice.

Example Question #125 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

COARSE

Possible Answers:

Verbose

Dull

Vulgar

High

Soft

Correct answer:

Vulgar

Explanation:

Coarse means rough in texture or rude and vulgar, so "vulgar" is the correct answer. For instance, swear words are often referred to as "coarse language" or "vulgar language."

Example Question #126 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

MILD

Possible Answers:

Understanding

Harsh

Congratulatory

Gentle

Doubtful

Correct answer:

Gentle

Explanation:

"Mild" is an adjective that can mean gentle or moderate. So, "harsh" cannot be the correct answer, because "harsh" is an adjective that can mean severe, making it an antonym, not a synonym, of "mild." "Gentle," however, is an adjective that means mild and tender or moderate. So, because "gentle" is the answer choice closest in meaning to "mild," "gentle" is the correct answer.

Example Question #127 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

TIMID

Possible Answers:

Bold 

Audible 

Silent 

Shy 

Calm 

Correct answer:

Shy 

Explanation:

"Timid" means shy, so "shy" is the correct answer. To help you, "bold" means brave and confident, and "audible" means able to be heard. (The root "aud" is often found in words that have to do with hearing, like "auditory" (having to do with sound and hearing) and "auditorium" (a large room in which concerts and performances are held).)

Example Question #128 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

VALIANT

Possible Answers:

Meek 

Timid 

Brave 

Humorous 

Shocked 

Correct answer:

Brave 

Explanation:

Someone who is "valiant" is very brave, so "brave" is the correct answer. To help you, "humorous" means funny, "shocked" means surprised, and "meek" and "timid" are both synonyms of shy.

Example Question #129 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

METICULOUS

Possible Answers:

Precise 

Disastrous 

Severed

Uncoordinated

Synchronized 

Correct answer:

Precise 

Explanation:

“Meticulous” means careful or paying attention to detail, which is the same as if someone is “precise,” which means paying attention to detail. So, "precise" is the correct answer. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "meticulous": “uncoordinated” means not organized or clumsy; “synchronized” means in or on time with something; “severed” means cut off; and “disastrous” means unfortunate or terrible.

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