All SSAT Upper Level Verbal Resources
Example Questions
Example Question #444 : Synonyms: Nouns
Synonyms: choose the answer closest in meaning to the word in question.
BRAVADO
Cascade
Boldness
Benevolence
Disguise
Stash
Boldness
"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
Tranquility
Inquisition
Adage
Marriage
Hysteria
Hysteria
"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
Sacrifice
Catastrophe
Profanity
Intermission
Sage
Intermission
"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
Measure
Disapproval
Fissure
Acceptance
Population
Disapproval
"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
ADAGE
Residence
Abduction
Proverb
Collusion
Cadence
Proverb
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
Treatment
Compensation
Summary
Fortitude
Plague
Treatment
"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
Lethargy
Enthusiasm
Prudence
Rancidness
Limberness
Enthusiasm
"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
Domicile
Excursion
Hedonist
Notoriety
Flattery
Notoriety
"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
Achievement
Strength
Collection
Profession
Measurement
Achievement
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
Connection
Marriage
Statistic
Uncertainty
Frustration
Connection
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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