SSAT Middle Level Verbal : Identifying Synonyms
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Example Question #51 : Identifying Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
CHASSIS
Frame
Seat
Transmission
Engine
Ignition
Frame
A “chassis” is a vehicle's base frame, so "frame" is the correct answer.
Example Question #51 : Identifying Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
CREEK
Creak
Ocean
River
Dance
Shuffle
River
A "creek" is a small stream of water, similar to, but usually smaller than a "river." It is easy to confuse with "creak," which means a squeaking sound.
Example Question #52 : Identifying Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
JAVELIN
Break
Lance
Cut
Dig
Blade
Lance
A “javelin” is a long pole tipped with a spike, similar to a spear or a "lance." "Javelin" and "lance" can also be used to mean pierce. A “blade” is a cutting edge of a knife or sword.
Example Question #53 : Identifying Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
CRUCIBLE
Battle
Destiny
Field
Carriage
Vessel
Vessel
A “crucible” is a pot in which metals or other substances are heated. "Vessel" is the best answer choice, as it means a container for holding things. To clarify the other terms, “destiny” means fate; a “carriage” is a wheeled vehicle for carrying passengers.
Example Question #54 : Identifying Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
PLAIN
Ocean
River
Forest
Grassland
Mountain
Grassland
"Plain," when used as a noun, means an area that is mostly comprised of grass, or in other words, a grassland, so "grassland" is the correct answer. An "ocean" is a large body of water. A "river" is a stream. A "mountain" is a natural land form that rises above the ground.
Example Question #55 : Identifying Synonyms
A synonym of "debris" is __________.
damage
cleanliness
explosion
product
detritus
detritus
"Debris" is a noun that means "scattered fragments, typically of something wrecked or destroyed," so we need to pick out another word that means something like "fragments." While an explosion might cause debris, "explosion" does not mean the same thing as "debris," so it cannot be the correct answer. "Detritus," however, means "waste or debris of any kind," and because "detritus" is the answer choice closest in meaning to "debris," it is the correct answer.
Example Question #56 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DEBRIS
Transportation
Station
Rubble
Discovery
Location
Rubble
"Debris" means rubble. "Transportation" refers to a method of moving something or someone from one physical location to another. "Station" means a stop that a vehicle makes and the building associated with it. "Location" means a place. "Discovery" is something found.
Example Question #862 : Ssat Middle Level Verbal
Synonyms
Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
DOMICILE
encased
spherical
insane
asylum
home
home
A "domicile" is a home or a residence.
Example Question #57 : Identifying Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
TERRACE
Highway
Driveway
Garden
Sidewalk
Porch
Porch
"Terrace" means porch or patio, so "porch" is the correct answer. "Sidewalk" means a walking path for pedestrians located alongside a road. "Highway" means a major roadway for cars. "Driveway" is the flat surface in front of or near a house in which cars may be parked. "Garden" is a small area of land that is used for growing plants.
Example Question #58 : Identifying Synonyms
Synonyms: Choose the word or phrase that most closely matches the word in capital letters.
APERTURE
Eminence
Derisory
Closure
Laudable
Opening
Opening
The prefix aper- means open, so the word “aperture” means opening. To provide further help, “eminence” means reputation or distinction; “laudable” means deserving of praise; “derisory” means mocking.
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