SSAT Middle Level Verbal : SSAT Middle Level Verbal

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #333 : Identifying Synonyms

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

LUXURIOUS

Possible Answers:

Perfect

Deluxe

Infamous

Numerical

Expensive

Correct answer:

Deluxe

Explanation:

"Luxurious" and "deluxe" both mean extremely elegant and comfortable. "Infamous" means notorious, and "numeric" means relating to numbers. "Perfect" and "flawed" are antonyms. While "luxurious" items are often "expensive," the two are not synonymous.

Example Question #334 : Identifying Synonyms

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

SCUMMY

Possible Answers:

Wavering

Quivering

Decisive

Dirty

Elaborate

Correct answer:

Dirty

Explanation:

"Scummy" and "dirty" are synonyms. "Decisive" is the opposite of both indecisive and wavering. "Elaborate" means complex or complicated. To "quiver" is to shake.

Example Question #335 : Identifying Synonyms

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

RUDDY

Possible Answers:

Viridian

Red

Olive

Copper

Cerulean

Correct answer:

Red

Explanation:

"Ruddy" means red and is usually used to describe a complexion. The rest of the words are colors as well: "copper" is a metallic brown,"viridian" is green, "cerulean" is blue, and "olive" is a yellowish-green color.

Example Question #336 : Identifying Synonyms

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

GRUESOME

Possible Answers:

Shy

Nosy

Grisly

Handsome

Yielding

Correct answer:

Grisly

Explanation:

"Gruesome" and "grisly" both mean repulsive and horrible. To "yield" is to give in. To be "nosy" is to pry into other people's business. "Shy" means timid, and "handsome" means physically attractive and is usually used to describe men.

Example Question #341 : Identifying Synonyms

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

GROTESQUE

Possible Answers:

Interrogative

Deformed

Ancient

Religious

Praiseworthy

Correct answer:

Deformed

Explanation:

"Grotesque" and "deformed" both mean physically misshapen. "Ancient" means very old, and "religious" describes something related to or ascribing to a religion. To "interrogate" is to ask questions. "Praiseworthy" means deserving of praise or approval; meritorious.

Example Question #342 : Identifying Synonyms

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

FEATHERY

Possible Answers:

Elegy

Terrestrial

Aviary

Wispy

Eulogy

Correct answer:

Wispy

Explanation:

"Feathery" and "wispy" are synonyms. "Elegy" and "eulogy" are not adjectives at all; they are speeches that people deliver upon the death of a friend or relative. "Terrestrial" means of the earth. While an "aviary" is a place that birds live, it is not related to feathers and is therefore not a good synonym.

Example Question #343 : Identifying Synonyms

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

STICKY

Possible Answers:

Umber

Ochre

Lewd

Gluey

Flowery

Correct answer:

Gluey

Explanation:

"Sticky" and "gluey" are synonyms. "Ochre" is a yellowish brown color, and "umber" is a brown color. "Lewd" means offensive or obscene. "Flowery" means resembling or related to flowers.

Example Question #344 : Identifying Synonyms

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

GREASY

Possible Answers:

Organic

Scrappy

Scrawny

Oily

Harsh

Correct answer:

Oily

Explanation:

"Greasy" and "oily" are synonyms describing a slippery, buttery texture. "Scrappy" means determined and eager to fight, and "scrawny" means too skinny. "Organic" describes living matter (as opposed to inorganic), and "harsh" can mean either grating and raspy or cruel and severe.

Example Question #345 : Identifying Synonyms

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

PUNGENT

Possible Answers:

Smooth

Strong-smelling

Soft

Naive

Voracious

Correct answer:

Strong-smelling

Explanation:

"Pungent" aromas are ones that smell strongly and usually unpleasantly. "Naive" means innocent, trusting, or inexperienced. "Soft" and "hard" are antonyms, as are "smooth" and "rough." "Voracious" means very hungry, ravenous.

Example Question #346 : Identifying Synonyms

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

SILKEN

Possible Answers:

Hushed

Homespun

Beneficial

Soft

Equable

Correct answer:

Soft

Explanation:

Something "silken" is made of silk and very soft. "Homespun" means simple and plain. "Equable" means even-tempered and calm. "Beneficial" means advantageous. "Hushed" means very quiet.

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