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 #2491 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal

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

DROLLY

Possible Answers:

Surreptitiously

Gloomily

Humorously

Inexorably

Fictitiously

Correct answer:

Humorously

Explanation:

"Droll" is another word for humorous or mirthful. "Fictitious" means false, fabricated. "Gloomy" is a synonym for melancholy or downcast or, depending on context, dark and shadowy. "Surreptitious" and "furtive" are synonyms, as are "inexorable" and "unyielding."

Example Question #2492 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal

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

PERSIPACIOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Elastically

Perceptively

Assiduously

Relevantly

Oppressively

Correct answer:

Perceptively

Explanation:

"Perspicacious" is another word for perceptive and astute. A synonym for "relevant" is germane, and a synonym for "oppressive" is overpowering, burdensome. To be "elastic" is to be flexible, either literally (as with fabric) or figuratively (as with a resilient personality). "Assiduous" is a synonym for "hardworking."

Example Question #2493 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal

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

GLIBLY

Possible Answers:

Misanthropically

Discursively

Masterfully

Zoologically

Smoothly

Correct answer:

Smoothly

Explanation:

"Glib" speech is smooth, polished, and not always sincere. "Masterful" is another word for expert or skillful. "Zoology" is the study of animals, and "misanthropy" is the hatred or dislike of humankind. "Discursive" means rambling, wordy, or meandering and usually refers to explanations or discussions.

Example Question #211 : Synonyms: Adverbs

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

RAPACIOUSLY

Possible Answers:

Impressionably

Diligently

Avariciously

Sedulously

Cleverly

Correct answer:

Avariciously

Explanation:

"Rapacious" means avaricious, extremely greedy. "Diligent" and "sedulous" are both synonyms for hardworking. "Clever" means smart, shrewd, or crafty. If someone is "impressionable," they are suggestible, easy to influence.

Example Question #942 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

WAGGISHLY

Possible Answers:

Empirically

Woebegonely

Veraciously

Humorously

Voraciously

Correct answer:

Humorously

Explanation:

Someone behaving "waggishly" is joking around in a mischievous or ridiculous way. This is a near antonym for "woebegone," or crestfallen. "Veracious" means truthful, while "voracious" means ravenous or very hungry. The word "empirical" describes things that are based on direct evidence rather than, say, abstract reason or emotion.

Example Question #943 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

ASCETICALLY

Possible Answers:

Guilelessly

Picturesquely

Saccharinely

Austerely

Sardonically

Correct answer:

Austerely

Explanation:

"Ascetic" means austere, severe, lacking in enjoyment and full of strict discipline. "Picturesque" means attractive or charming and usually describes landscapes. "Sardonic" is a synonym for "sarcastic," and "saccharine" means overly sentimental or sweet. "Guileless" means ingenuous or naive.

Example Question #944 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

RETICENTLY

Possible Answers:

Gregariously

Grotesquely

Shyly

Melodically

Zealously

Correct answer:

Shyly

Explanation:

Someone "reticent" is shy, withdrawn, or introverted. This is an antonym for "gregarious," which means social or outgoing. "Grotesque" means hideous and deformed. "Zealous" means ardent, impassioned, or fanatical. "Melodic," of course, is the adjective form of melody, a song or musical tune.

Example Question #951 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

UNWITTINGLY

Possible Answers:

Reluctantly

Eruditely

Serendipitously

Glibly

Unknowingly

Correct answer:

Unknowingly

Explanation:

"Unwitting" means unknowing or unaware. "Erudite" means scholarly and learned. "Reluctant" is a synonym for "hesitant," while "serendipitous" means lucky or fortune. "Glib" means smooth-talking, slick, polished.

Example Question #952 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

SUBLIMINALLY

Possible Answers:

Thrillingly

Copiously

Subconsciously

Punitively

Esoterically

Correct answer:

Subconsciously

Explanation:

Something "subliminal" is below someone's consciousness or awareness. "Esoteric" is a synonym for "abstruse" or scholarly, and "copious" means abundant or profuse. "Punitive" is another word for punishing. "Thrilling" means exciting, galvanizing, or even shocking.

Example Question #953 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

CIRCUMSPECTLY

Possible Answers:

Repetitively

Repentantly

Cautiously

Bodaciously

Inquisitively

Correct answer:

Cautiously

Explanation:

"Circumspect" means cautious, wary, or guarded. "Bodacious" means excellent or very admirable, and "inquisitive" means questioning or curious. "Repentant" is a synonym for "penitent" or contrite. Another word for "repetitive" is "redundant."

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