SSAT Middle Level Verbal : Synonyms

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #154 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts

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

DEBUT

Possible Answers:

Mutiny

Ship

Curator

Braggart

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 #155 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts

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

ANIMOSITY 

Possible Answers:

Adoration

Corruption

Betrayal

Hatred

Behest

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 #156 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts

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

DIN

Possible Answers:

Noise

Indulgence

Alias

Magnitude

Bale

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 #157 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts

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

MALADY

Possible Answers:

Alteration

Illness

Fervor

Protocol

Nuisance

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 #158 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts

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

CLAIRVOYANCE

Possible Answers:

Ignorance

Gibberish

Eloquence

Intuition

Deception

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 #159 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts

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

CONCEPTUAL

Possible Answers:

Elemental

Material

Unknown

Theoretical

Concrete

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 #160 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts

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

EPOCH

Possible Answers:

Clockwork

Cosmos

Era

Universe

Spacious 

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 #161 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts

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

TORPOR

Possible Answers:

Sanctity

Indigence

Sanity

Energy

Apathy

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.

Example Question #162 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts

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

IOTA

Possible Answers:

Incubus

Dialect

Diatribe

Approval

Small bit

Correct answer:

Small bit

Explanation:

"Iota" means a "small amount," a smidgen or a crumb

"Incubus" is a mythological evil spirit who attacks people while they sleep.

"Approval" means acceptance, or the act of authorizing something.

"Diatribe" means an intense verbal criticism, harangue, or denunciation.

"Dialect" means a local form of speech; a local accent or form of a language.

Example Question #163 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts

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

IRE

Possible Answers:

Fear

Wrath

Time

Curiosity

Kindness

Correct answer:

Wrath

Explanation:

"Ire" means "wrath," anger or annoyance.

"Time" means the period of existence of something.

"Curiosity" means the desire to know or understand.

"Fear" means apprehension, anxiety or terror.

"Kindness" means sympathy, compassion or decency.

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