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 #355 : Synonyms

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

LUXURIOUS

Possible Answers:

Infamous

Numerical

Deluxe

Perfect

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 #356 : Synonyms

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

SCUMMY

Possible Answers:

Dirty

Decisive

Elaborate

Quivering

Wavering

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 #357 : Synonyms

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

RUDDY

Possible Answers:

Viridian

Copper

Red

Olive

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 #358 : Synonyms

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

GRUESOME

Possible Answers:

Handsome

Shy

Grisly

Yielding

Nosy

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 #359 : Synonyms

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

GROTESQUE

Possible Answers:

Deformed

Interrogative

Ancient

Praiseworthy

Religious

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 #360 : Synonyms

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

FEATHERY

Possible Answers:

Aviary

Eulogy

Elegy

Terrestrial

Wispy

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 #1141 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal

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

STICKY

Possible Answers:

Lewd

Ochre

Flowery

Umber

Gluey

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 #1142 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal

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

GREASY

Possible Answers:

Organic

Harsh

Scrappy

Scrawny

Oily

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 #1143 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal

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

PUNGENT

Possible Answers:

Smooth

Naive

Strong-smelling

Voracious

Soft

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 #71 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

SILKEN

Possible Answers:

Soft

Beneficial

Equable

Homespun

Hushed

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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