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 #72 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

SHODDILY

Possible Answers:

Gloomily

Cheaply

Childishly

Impoverished

Dingily

Correct answer:

Cheaply

Explanation:

"Shoddy" work is work that is cheaply or poorly made. "Dingy" means gloomy and dark. "Childish" and "mature" are near antonyms, as are "wealthy" and "impoverished."

Example Question #73 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

MOCKINGLY

Possible Answers:

Robustly

Scornfully

Vigorously

Preciously

Perilously

Correct answer:

Scornfully

Explanation:

To "mock" someone or something is to express scorn or contempt for that person or thing. "Robust" means strong, sturdy, or vigorous. "Precious" means valuable or beloved. "Perilous" means dangerous.

Example Question #74 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

ROBUSTLY

Possible Answers:

Strongly

Healthily

Talkatively

Incorruptibly

Sinfully

Correct answer:

Strongly

Explanation:

"Robust" means sturdy, strong, vigorous, or energetic. "Healthy" and "sick" are antonyms, as are "incorruptible" and "sinful." "Talkative" and "taciturn" (quiet) are also antonyms.

Example Question #73 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

HONESTLY

Possible Answers:

Comfortingly

Femininely

Incorruptibly

Egocentrically

Soothingly

Correct answer:

Incorruptibly

Explanation:

To be "incorruptible" is to be "honest" and unable to be led astray by others. "Feminine" and "masculine" are antonyms, as are "egocentric" and "selfless." To "soothe" is to calm someone or alleviate his/her discomfort, which makes it a close synonym to the verb to comfort.

Example Question #74 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

DASHINGLY

Possible Answers:

Stylishly

Clumsily

Unattractively

Patronizingly

Condescendingly

Correct answer:

Stylishly

Explanation:

"Dashing" means lively, spirited, stylish, or attractive. It is a near antonym of "unattractive." "Clumsy" means awkward or uncoordinated. To "patronize" someone is to treat him or her condescendingly or look down on him or her.

Example Question #75 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

HUMBLY

Possible Answers:

Modestly

Highly

Courageously

Plentifully

Uncommonly

Correct answer:

Modestly

Explanation:

To be "humble" is to be modest or have a low estimation of one's own value. "Highly" and "lowly" are antonyms, as are "commonly" and "uncommonly." "Courageous" means brave, and "plentiful" means bountiful or abundant.

Example Question #75 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

APPREHENSIVELY

Possible Answers:

Curiously

Worriedly

Abundantly

Mysteriously

Ordinarily

Correct answer:

Worriedly

Explanation:

To be "apprehensive" about something is to be worried about or fearful of it. "Mysterious" means puzzling, baffling, or strange. Something that is "abundant" is plentiful or available in large quantities. "Curious" can mean strange or inquisitive, depending on the context. "Ordinarily" and "normally" are synonyms.

Example Question #77 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

CONTEMPLATIVELY

Possible Answers:

Sparsely

Spiritually

Generously

Thoughtfully

Adventurously

Correct answer:

Thoughtfully

Explanation:

To be "contemplative" is to be thoughtful or reflective. While some "spiritual" practices involve great contemplation, the two words are not actually synonyms. To be "generous" is to be kind or to offer more of something than is strictly necessary. Someone who is "adventurous" is daring, willing to take risks and try new things. "Sparse" means thin or lacking in abundance.

Example Question #78 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

HURRIEDLY

Possible Answers:

Suspiciously

Deliberately

Clearly

Gullibly

Hastily

Correct answer:

Hastily

Explanation:

"Hurried" means hasty, rushed, or too quick. "Deliberately," which means slowly or intentionally, is a near antonym. "Suspicious" means doubtful or distrustful, and "gullible" means too trusting. "Clear" and "murky" are antonyms.

Example Question #471 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

OBEDIENTLY

Possible Answers:

Timidly

Complainingly

Silently

Cheaply

Compliantly

Correct answer:

Compliantly

Explanation:

To be "obedient" is to be compliant, to follow rules without complaint. "Complaining" is the act of protesting or whining about something. "Cheap" means inexpensive, and "silent" means lacking in noise. While "timidity" or "meekness" is sometimes a characteristic of obedient people, the two words are not synonyms.

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