SSAT Upper Level Verbal : SSAT Upper Level Verbal
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Example Question #1071 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
TORRENT
Unguent
Drought
Client
Habitat
Downpour
Downpour
"Torrent" is a synonym for "downpour." This is the opposite of a "drought," or prolonged dry spell. A "habitat is a species' natural environment, and a "client" is a customer. "Unguent" is another word for ointment or greasy salve.
Example Question #1072 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MONGREL
Feline
Mutt
Fecundity
Wound
Diatribe
Mutt
A "mongrel" is a mutt or mixed-breed creature, most commonly a dog. A "feline" is a cat, which could be a "mongrel" but isn't necessarily synonymous with the word. "Fecundity" is another word for fertility. A "diatribe" is a rant or tirade. A "wound" is an injury.
Example Question #1073 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
INTERSTICE
Disparity
Asylum
Gap
Amity
Citadel
Gap
An "interstice" is a small gap, break, or intervening empty space between two things. "Asylum" is a synonym for "sanctuary" or refuge. A "citadel" is a fortress, and a "disparity" is a discrepancy. "Amity" is a synonym for "friendship."
Example Question #1074 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CATAFALQUE
Currency
Dinghy
Wildcat
Bier
Idiosyncrasy
Bier
A "catafalque" is a decorated platform, framework, or bier, most often used for supporting a coffin. An "idiosyncrasy" is a quirk, and a "dinghy" is a small boat. "Currency" can mean money or prevalence. Don't confuse "catafalque" with "catamount," a wildcat such as a cougar.
Example Question #1075 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
TENDER
Censure
Money
Elegance
Ligature
Scepter
Money
When used as a noun, "tender" means "money." "Elegance" means grace and style. A "scepter" is a staff, particularly an ornamental one used by a ruler. "Censure" is strong or official criticism. Another word for "ligature" is cord.
Example Question #1076 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ARMORY
Shanty
Pantry
Ditty
Arsenal
Cloister
Arsenal
An "armory" and an "arsenal" are both a place where weapons are stored. A "pantry" is where food is stored, and a "cloister" is an enclosed area or walkway, usually inside a monastery. A "shanty" is a sea song. A "ditty" is a little tune.
Example Question #1077 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ORDINANCE
Humanity
Armor
Philanthropy
Weaponry
Law
Law
An "ordinance" is a "law" or decree. This isn't to be confused with "ordnance," which is weaponry. "Armor" is protective gear worn in battle. "Humanity" means humankind. "Philanthropy" is charity, generosity, benevolence.
Example Question #1078 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DAIS
Zest
Gluttony
Travails
Platform
Skullduggery
Platform
A "dais" is a raised "platform," often for a throne or other ceremonial purpose. "Travails" are ordeals or difficult, painful labors. "Skullduggery" is trickery, and "gluttony" is overeating. Another word for "zest" is zeal.
Example Question #1079 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RIPOSTE
Melee
Garment
Skirmish
Drinking vessel
Retort
Retort
A "riposte" is a quick and often witty retort or response. A "melee" is a skirmish or brawl. A drinking vessel is a "tankard" or "flagon." A "garment" is an article of clothing.
Example Question #1080 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
REPAST
Meal
Sojourn
Coppice
Retort
Squabble
Meal
A "repast" is a "meal" or even feast. Don't confuse this with a "riposte," or retort. A "squabble" is an argument or quarrel. A "coppice" is a thicket or grove of small trees. A "sojourn" is a temporary rest or vacation.
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