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 #36 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives

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

EGALITARIAN

Possible Answers:

Ideal

Swift

Equal

Crinkled

Equestrian

Correct answer:

Equal

Explanation:

"Egalitarian" means having to do with the idea that all people deserve to be treated equally, so the answer choice closest in meaning is "equal." As for the other answer choices, none are close in meaning to "equal": "equestrian" means having to do with riding horses; "crinkled" means wrinkled; "ideal" means conforming to one's idea of perfection or the best possible; and "swift" means speedy or quick.

Example Question #1431 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal

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

IMPROMPTU

Possible Answers:

Planned

Unrehearsed

Faithful

Athletic

Greedy

Correct answer:

Unrehearsed

Explanation:

"Impromptu" means unplanned, extemporaneousoff the cuff, or not scheduled in advance, so "unrehearsed," which means not rehearsed in advance, is the correct answer. "Planned" is an antonym of "impromptu"; it means organized or scheduled in advance. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "impromptu"; "athletic" means physically fit or having to do with athletes; "greedy" means overly concerned with the accumulation of money or other resources for oneself; and "faithful" means loyal and devoted.

Example Question #1432 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal

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

DIVISIVE

Possible Answers:

Undermined 

Factious 

Determined 

Regretful

Fractious 

Correct answer:

Factious 

Explanation:

If someone is “divisive” they cause a lot of disagreement between people and cause them to separate into different groups. "Divisive" shares a root with "division" and "divide." If you are “factious” then you are inclined to create and maintain small groups or factions. Do not mistake it for “fractious” which means causing trouble or hard to manage. To clarify, “undermined” means to make weaker or less effective, usually in a secret way; “determined” means working hard to achieve something; “regretful” means wishing you had not done something

Example Question #39 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives

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

INTRIGUING

Possible Answers:

Strict

Interesting

Casual

Formal

Colorful

Correct answer:

Interesting

Explanation:

"Intriguing," means to arousing curiosity or interest, so "interesting" is the best answer.

Example Question #1433 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal

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

LUCRATIVE

Possible Answers:

Sensational 

Recreational

Lucky 

Hindering 

Profitable

Correct answer:

Profitable

Explanation:

If a business is “lucrative,” it makes a lot of money or it is able to make a lot of money. “Profitable” also means able to make a lot of money or profit. If something is “hindering,” it prevents something from moving forward. You can tell the meaning of the word "hindering" from its root word "hind-," which means back. An animal’s “hind” legs are their back legs. “Recreational” refers to something done in one's spare time. “Sensational” means shocking or amazing.

Example Question #42 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives

A synonym of "formidable" is __________.

Possible Answers:

accomplished

dirty

tasty

afraid

burnt

Correct answer:

accomplished

Explanation:

"Formidable" is an adjective that means "inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, intense, or capable." So, we need to pick out an answer choice that means something like "inspiring fear or respect." "Afraid" may look like a potentially correct answer, but "afraid" does not mean "inspiring fear," but rather "feeling fear or anxiety; frightened," so it cannot be the correct answer. "Accomplished," however, is an adjective that means "highly trained or skilled," and because "accomplished" is the answer choice that is closest in meaning to "formidable," "accomplished" is the correct answer.

Example Question #1434 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal

A synonym of "potent" is __________.

Possible Answers:

mighty

indispensable

frail

arranged

derelict

Correct answer:

mighty

Explanation:

"Potent" is an adjective that means "having great power, influence, or effect," so we need to pick out an adjective that means something like "powerful" or "having a strong effect." "Frail," then, cannot be the correct answer, because "frail" is an adjective that can mean "of a person: weak and delicate," "easily damaged or broken; fragile or insubstantial," or "weak in character or morals," making it an antonym, not a synonym, of "potent." "Mighty," however, is an adjective that can mean "possessing great and impressive power or strength, especially on account of size" or "of an action: performed with or requiring great strength." Because "mighty" is the answer choice closest in meaning to "potent," "mighty" is the correct answer.

Example Question #41 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives

Synonyms: choose the answer that is closest in meaning to the word in question.

Potent

Possible Answers:

Powerful

Unfortunate

Critical

Immortal

Memorable

Correct answer:

Powerful

Explanation:

"Potent" means powerful; Unfortunate means unlucky; Immortal means able to live forever; Memorable means easily remembered; and Critical means important.

Example Question #357 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Synonyms: choose the word with the meaning closest to the word in question.

Drowsy

Possible Answers:

Tired

Nervous

Energetic

Excited

Loyal

Correct answer:

Tired

Explanation:

"Drowsy" means sleepy or tired.

Example Question #45 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives

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

INTRICATE

Possible Answers:

Outlier 

Complicated 

Powerless 

Serendipitous

Meaningful 

Correct answer:

Complicated 

Explanation:

Something that is "intricate" is complex and complicated. For clarification, an "outlier" is something or somebody that is outside of the norm; "serendipitous" means owed to good fortune.

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