SSAT Upper Level Verbal : Synonyms: Adjectives and Adverbs

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #451 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

SACCHARINE

Possible Answers:

Illustrious

Iconic

Inept

Sweet

Resolute

Correct answer:

Sweet

Explanation:

"Saccharine" means overly sweet and sentimental. "Illustrious" means distinguished and eminent. "Iconic" is a synonym for classic, and "resolute" is a synonym for determined and steadfast. "Inept" means incompetent.

Example Question #452 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

GREGARIOUS

Possible Answers:

Oblivious

Arrogant

Outgoing

Decadent

Stealthy

Correct answer:

Outgoing

Explanation:

"Gregarious" means "outgoing" and sociable. "Decadent" means dissolute, and "arrogant" means conceited or haughty. "Oblivious" means clueless. "Stealthy" is a synonym for surreptitious.

Example Question #453 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

SUAVE

Possible Answers:

Seditious

Irresponsible

Superficial

Unnatural

Sophisticated

Correct answer:

Sophisticated

Explanation:

"Suave" means charming or sophisticated. "Superficial" means shallow or ostensible. "Seditious" means rabble-rousing or subversive. "Irresponsible" and "responsible" are antonyms, as are "natural" and "unnatural."

Example Question #454 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

ABRASIVE

Possible Answers:

Elementary

Abstruse

Harsh

Strict

Stringent

Correct answer:

Harsh

Explanation:

"Abrasive" means "harsh," corrosive, or caustic. "Stringent" and "strict" are synonyms. "Elementary" means basic or fundamental. "Abstruse," a near antonym means obscure and arcane.

Example Question #455 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

PARSIMONIOUS

Possible Answers:

Magnanimous

Cheap

Benevolent

Munificent

Malicious

Correct answer:

Cheap

Explanation:

"Parsimonious" means cheap or stingy. It's the opposite of "munificent" and "magnanimous," which both mean generous. "Benevolent" and "malicious" are antonyms.

Example Question #456 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

BEWITCHING

Possible Answers:

Suave

Petulant

Enchanting

Reckless

Iniquitous

Correct answer:

Enchanting

Explanation:

"Bewitching" and "enchanting" mean captivating, charming. "Suave" means debonair, sophisticated. "Iniquitous" is a synonym for evil. "Reckless" means irresponsible and risky. "Petulant" means peevish or irritable.

Example Question #457 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

ACERBIC

Possible Answers:

Caustic

Reverent

Enterprising

Timid

Resourceful

Correct answer:

Caustic

Explanation:

"Acerbic" means sharp, cutting, or "caustic" and often describes remarks. "Resourceful" is a synonym for enterprising, and "timid" means meek and shy. "Reverent" means worshipful.

Example Question #458 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

GLUM

Possible Answers:

Insatiable

Supercilious

Lugubrious

Haughty

Serene

Correct answer:

Lugubrious

Explanation:

"Lugubrious" means morose or "glum." "Haughty" and "supercilious" both mean arrogant and conceited. "Insatiable" means ravenous, very hungry. "Serene" means calm and tranquil.

Example Question #231 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

DEBONAIR

Possible Answers:

Assiduous

Indolent

Urbane

Potent

Potable

Correct answer:

Urbane

Explanation:

"Debonair" means "urbane," suave, or sophisticated. "Assiduous" means hardworking, which is an antonym for "indolent," or lazy. "Potable" means safe to drink, and "potent" means powerful.

Example Question #232 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

UNCTUOUS

Possible Answers:

Smarmy

Saccharine

Magnanimous

Impartial

Imaginative

Correct answer:

Smarmy

Explanation:

"Unctuous" is a synonym for "smarmy," insincerely ingratiating. "Impartial" means unbiased, and "saccharine" means overly sweet. "Imaginative" is a synonym for creative, and "magnanimous" is a synonym for "generous."

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