SSAT Middle Level Verbal : Synonyms: Prefixes from Latin

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #51 : Using Prefixes, Suffixes, And Roots To Identify Synonyms

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

TERRESTRIAL

Possible Answers:

Earthly

Nonchalantly

Heavenly

Airborne

Underwater

Correct answer:

Earthly

Explanation:

The Latin prefix "terra-" means Earth. So, "terrestrial" means of the Earth or related to the Earth. Additionally, "nonchalantly" means done without care or attention; "airborne" means in the air, flying

Example Question #52 : Using Prefixes, Suffixes, And Roots To Identify Synonyms

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

CONTRADICT

Possible Answers:

Hasten

Warn

Belittle

Purloin

Challenge

Correct answer:

Challenge

Explanation:

"Contradict" is a verb meaning to deny or be in conflict withContra is derived from the Latin root meaning to speak against, so the correct answer will be a synonym meaning to go against. With this in mind, challenge is the correct answer.

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