SSAT Middle Level Verbal : Synonyms: Adjectives and Adverbs

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #731 : Synonyms

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

SCORNFULLY

Possible Answers:

Knowingly

Contemptuously

Mournfully

Rationally

Objectively

Correct answer:

Contemptuously

Explanation:

"Scorn" and "contempt" both describe hatred for someone or something (often something that's perceived to be worthless). "Objectively" and "subjectively" are synonyms, as are "rationally" and "irrationally." "Knowingly" can mean deliberately or it can mean in a manner that indicates secret knowledge and understanding. "Mournfully" means sadly.

Example Question #732 : Synonyms

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

UNSETTLINGLY

Possible Answers:

Swiftly

Worryingly

Eagerly

Squalidly

Annoyingly

Correct answer:

Worryingly

Explanation:

Something "unsettling" is upsetting, disturbing, or worrying. "Eagerly" means enthusiastically, and "squalid" means very dirty. "Annoyingly" and "irritatingly" are synonyms. "Swiftly" means rapidly.

Example Question #733 : Synonyms

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

HANDSOMELY

Possible Answers:

Superbly

Gloriously

Amply

Vigilantly

Beautifully

Correct answer:

Amply

Explanation:

While "handsome" often means physically attractive, it is not the same as "beautiful." "Handsomely" has the additional meaning of amply or liberally, as in, “The woman was paid handsomely for her work.” "Glorious," "superb," and "wonderful" are synonyms, and "vigilantly" means watchfully.

Example Question #734 : Synonyms

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

BODILY

Possible Answers:

Graphically

Physiologically

Inquisitively

Mentally

Epically

Correct answer:

Physiologically

Explanation:

"Physiology" is the study of living organisms and their bodies. "Graphically" means vividly (often too much so), and "inquisitively" means curiously. "Epically" means of epic, grand, or monumental proportions.

Example Question #735 : Synonyms

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

VIOLENTLY

Possible Answers:

Qualitatively

Peacefully

Vibrantly

Aggressively

Unexpectedly

Correct answer:

Aggressively

Explanation:

"Violence" and "aggression" both involve the inappropriate use of excessive physical force and are antonyms of peacefully. "Vibrant" can mean bright and vivid or full of energy and life. "Unexpectedly" and "expectedly" are antonyms, as are "qualitatively" and "quantitatively."

Example Question #441 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

HUMOROUSLY

Possible Answers:

Superbly

Funnily

Rarely

Oddly

Quietly

Correct answer:

Funnily

Explanation:

Something "humorous" is funny, full of humor. "Odd" means unusual or strange, and "superb" means excellent. "Quietly" means softly. "Rarely" means infrequently, only happening on occasion.

Example Question #442 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

CHILDISHLY

Possible Answers:

Ignorantly

Predictably

Immaturely

Domestically

Worryingly

Correct answer:

Immaturely

Explanation:

Someone who acts "childishly" acts immaturely. Something "predictable" is foreseeable, able to be predicted. "Domestic" and "foreign" are antonyms, as are "worryingly" and "reassuringly." And, while childish people may be ignorant, the two are not exactly synonyms; "ignorance" refers to a lack of knowledge, understanding, or comprehension.

Example Question #443 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

NASTILY

Possible Answers:

Deliberately

Purportedly

Disgustingly

Disguisedly

Wordily

Correct answer:

Disgustingly

Explanation:

"Nasty" and "disgusting" both mean unpleasant, sickening to the senses. To be "disguised" is to conceal one's identity by adopting a different appearance. Something that is "wordy" uses too many words. "Deliberately" means intentionally. "Purportedly" and "supposedly" are synonyms.

Example Question #444 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

SAVAGELY

Possible Answers:

Brightly

Furtively

Elusively

Exclusively

Wildly

Correct answer:

Wildly

Explanation:

"Savage" and "wild" are synonyms, as are furtive and secretive. Something "elusive" is difficult to find or capture, and "brightly" and "darkly" are antonyms. Something "exclusive" is unique, restricted, or not shared with a wide audience.

Example Question #445 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

DELIBERATELY

Possible Answers:

Monetarily

Intentionally

Swimmingly

Hurtfully

Riskily

Correct answer:

Intentionally

Explanation:

A "deliberate: action is an intentional or planned one. If something is going "swimmingly," it is going very well. Something "hurtful" causes hurt or harm, and something "risky" carries the possibility of danger. "Monetarily" describes something related to money.

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