SSAT Middle Level Verbal : Identifying Synonyms

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #241 : Identifying Synonyms

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

FIDELITY

Possible Answers:

Faithfulness

Integrity

Brotherhood

Deceit

Success

Correct answer:

Faithfulness

Explanation:

"Fidelity" means faithfulness or loyalty, particularly in a romantic relationship.

"Success" means accomplishment of a goal or challenge. "Deceit" means lying. "Integrity" means being honest and moral. "Brotherhood" means either the relationship between brothers or a community of people who share a profession or an interest. 

Example Question #242 : Identifying Synonyms

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

ASYLUM

Possible Answers:

Safe place

Crag

Despot

Anatomy

Decoy

Correct answer:

Safe place

Explanation:

"Asylum" is a noun that means safe place, or a haven.

None of the other words are synonymous with asylum.

"Despot" means a dictator or a leader who rules with absolute power.

"Decoy" means a trap, or the bait that leads somebody into a trap.

"Crag" means a steep cliff or a rocky outcropping.

"Anatomy" is the study of the body, of either plants or animals.

Example Question #243 : Identifying Synonyms

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

DEBUT

Possible Answers:

Curator

Ship

Braggart

Mutiny

First appearance

Correct answer:

First appearance

Explanation:

"Debut" is a noun that means the "first appearance," or the beginning or the introduction of something.

A "ship" is a boat, or a craft that can travel on the water.

A "mutiny" is a rebellion against the authority, and is typically used in describing the revolts against a ship's captain.

A "braggart" is someone who brags excessively or someone who is egotistical.

A "curator" is a person who decides the contents and presentation of art shows or museums.

Example Question #244 : Identifying Synonyms

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

ANIMOSITY 

Possible Answers:

Behest

Adoration

Betrayal

Hatred

Corruption

Correct answer:

Hatred

Explanation:

"Animosity" is a feeling of very strong dislike, most akin to "hatred." "Adoration" is an antonym to "animosity." "Behest" refers to a command. "Betrayal" refers to double crossing or exploiting someone who trusts you. "Corruption" refers to an abuse of power or position for personal gain.

Example Question #245 : Identifying Synonyms

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

DIN

Possible Answers:

Bale

Noise

Indulgence

Alias

Magnitude

Correct answer:

Noise

Explanation:

"Din" means "noise," typically loud and constant noise.

"Magnitude" means importance or significance, or it can mean size.

"Indulgence" means luxury, privilege or tolerance.

"Alias" means false name or pseudonym.

"Bale" is a package of something prepared for transport. For example, a bale of hay is a wrapped up package of hay.

Example Question #246 : Identifying Synonyms

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

MALADY

Possible Answers:

Protocol

Alteration

Illness

Nuisance

Fervor

Correct answer:

Illness

Explanation:

"Malady" means "illness," disease or physical disorder.

"Fervor" means passion, excitement or zeal.

"Protocol" means rules or guidelines for behavior.

"Alteration" means a change or an adjustment.

"Nuisance" means inconvenience or annoyance

Example Question #247 : Identifying Synonyms

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

CLAIRVOYANCE

Possible Answers:

Ignorance

Eloquence

Deception

Gibberish

Intuition

Correct answer:

Intuition

Explanation:

"Clairvoyance" means "intuition" or perception, and is typically used to mean a supernatural perception of the future.

"Ignorance" means dumbness, inexperienced, or uneducated.

"Eloquence" means being skillful with words.

"Gibberish" means nonsensical talk or rambling.

"Deception" means falsehood, trickery or lying.

Example Question #248 : Identifying Synonyms

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

CONCEPTUAL

Possible Answers:

Concrete

Unknown

Theoretical

Material

Elemental

Correct answer:

Theoretical

Explanation:

"Conceptual" and "theoretical" are words which are closely related in meaning used to describe abstract concepts. The other words do not have meanings closely related to the word conceptual.

Example Question #249 : Identifying Synonyms

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

EPOCH

Possible Answers:

Era

Cosmos

Universe

Spacious 

Clockwork

Correct answer:

Era

Explanation:

"Epoch" and "era" are synonyms describing a period of time. The other words are not synonymous with epoch and do not have meaning closely related to time.

Example Question #250 : Identifying Synonyms

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

TORPOR

Possible Answers:

Sanity

Sanctity

Indigence

Apathy

Energy

Correct answer:

Apathy

Explanation:

"Torpor" means apathy, numbness or lethargy.

"Indigence" means impoverished or in need of help.

"Energy" means a person's stamina, or it means power. In physics, energy is a property related to mass.

"Sanity" means rationality or mental soundness. The lack of insanity.

"Sanctity" means holiness, purity or divinity.

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