SSAT Upper Level Verbal : SSAT Upper Level Verbal

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #444 : Synonyms: Nouns

Synonyms: choose the answer closest in meaning to the word in question.

BRAVADO

Possible Answers:

Cascade

Boldness

Benevolence

Disguise

Stash

Correct answer:

Boldness

Explanation:

"Bravado" means boldness or acting in a way to impress or intimidate others. "Stash" means something stored away or hidden. "Benevolence" is the act of kindness and geneorsity. "Disguise" is the act of hiding or concealing oneself. "Cascade" is a waterfall.

Example Question #445 : Synonyms: Nouns

Synonyms: choose the answer closest in meaning to the word in question.

FRENZY

Possible Answers:

Tranquility

Inquisition

Adage

Marriage

Hysteria

Correct answer:

Hysteria

Explanation:

"Frenzy" means hysteria or a state of disorderly and wild behavior. "Tranquility" is an antonym; it means a state of calmness and peacefulness. "Inquisition" is an interrogation or a period when a person is investigated and questioned. "Marriage" is a union between two people. "Adage" is a proverb or wise saying.

Example Question #446 : Synonyms: Nouns

Synonyms: choose the answer closest in meaning to the word in question.

RESPITE

Possible Answers:

Sacrifice

Catastrophe

Profanity

Intermission

Sage

Correct answer:

Intermission

Explanation:

"Respite" is an intermission or break. "Catastrophe" means disaster or an event causing much damage and destruction. "Sacrifice" is an act of giving up something for a greater purpose. "Profanity" means swear words. "Sage" is a very wise person.

Example Question #447 : Synonyms: Nouns

Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

CENSURE

Possible Answers:

Measure

Disapproval

Fissure

Acceptance

Population

Correct answer:

Disapproval

Explanation:

"Censure" is harsh disapproval. The best choice is "disapproval," as it is part of the definition of the word "censure." Considering the other choices, "measure" means to mark off, "acceptance" is favorable approval or reception, "population" is the number of people inhabiting a place or country, and a "fissure" is a narrow opening caused by the separation of two parts.

Example Question #448 : Synonyms: Nouns

 

Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

 

ADAGE

Possible Answers:

Residence

Abduction

Proverb

Collusion

Cadence

Correct answer:

Proverb

Explanation:

An "adage" is a wise saying or a "proverb." "Abduction" means a kidnapping. "Cadence" means rhythm. "Collusion" means a conspiracy or a secret agreement. "Residence" usually refers to a person's home.

Example Question #449 : Synonyms: Nouns

Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

REMEDY

Possible Answers:

Treatment

Compensation

Summary

Fortitude

Plague

Correct answer:

Treatment

Explanation:

"Remedy" means "treatment" or a cure for some illness or problem. "Compensation" means payment for services rendered. "Plague" means a widespread and contagious disease. "Summary" means a brief overview of the main points of something. "Fortitude" means strength or bravery.

Example Question #450 : Synonyms: Nouns

Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

ZEST

Possible Answers:

Lethargy

Enthusiasm

Prudence

Rancidness

Limberness

Correct answer:

Enthusiasm

Explanation:

"Zest" means "enthusiasm," energy, or fervor. "Lethargy" is an antonym of "zest"; it means tiredness and a state in which one lacks energy. "Rancidness" means the quality of being old and rotten. "Prudence" means carefulness or caution. "Limberness" means the quality of being flexible and bendable.

Example Question #451 : Synonyms: Nouns

Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

INFAMY

Possible Answers:

Domicile

Excursion

Hedonist

Notoriety

Flattery

Correct answer:

Notoriety

Explanation:

"Infamy" means well-known for bad deeds or "notoriety." A "hedonist" is a person who only seeks pleasure. "Flattery" means excessive praise and compliments. "Excursion" means a short outing or trip. "Domicile" means residence or home.

Example Question #452 : Synonyms: Nouns

Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

FEAT

Possible Answers:

Achievement

Strength

Collection

Profession

Measurement

Correct answer:

Achievement

Explanation:

A "feat" is an act or deed that requires courage, skill, or strength. Similarly, the correct answer "achievement" is something that has been accomplished through effort. None of the other answers have similar meanings: a "collection" is a group of interesting things gathered by a person; "strength" is the ability to be physically forceful; a "profession" is a career; and "measurement" is the act of measuring something or the data gathered by measuring something.

Example Question #453 : Synonyms: Nouns

Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

CORRELATION

Possible Answers:

Connection

Marriage

Statistic

Uncertainty

Frustration

Correct answer:

Connection

Explanation:

A "correlation" is the relationship between two things that always change together. They are always connected, so "connection" is the correct answer. "Marriage" also describes a connection, but it refers to the socially official uniting of a couple. "Uncertainty" is doubt, "frustration" is annoyance, and a "statistic" is a number that conveys a piece of information.

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