All SSAT Upper Level Verbal Resources
Example Questions
Example Question #2476 : Synonyms
Choose the best synonym for the word in capital letters.
IMPECCABLE
crooning
flawless
foolhardy
pedantic
trivial
flawless
"Impeccable" means faultless or flawless.
Example Question #31 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Quantity, And Variety
Choose the best synonym for the word in capital letters.
LACKLUSTER
sustainable
uninspired
scientific
visual
voracious
uninspired
"Lackluster" means lacking in vitality, or uninspired.
Example Question #3233 : Ssat Upper Level Verbal
Choose the best synonym for the word in capital letters.
INSIPID
pandering
sweet
bothersome
unimaginative
rancorous
unimaginative
"Insipid" means lacking interest, or unimaginative.
Example Question #1161 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
CRUDE
Rudimentary
Tantalizing
Ferocious
Illegal
Impressive
Rudimentary
"Crude" means made in a rudimentary or makeshift way.
Example Question #1162 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
HACKNEYED
Imaginative
Overused
Slipshod
Cantankerous
Ludicrous
Overused
"Hackneyed" means trite, unoriginal, or overused.
Example Question #32 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Quantity, And Variety
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
VAPID
Fiery
Edible
Trusting
Dull
Problematic
Dull
"Vapid" means dull or flat, so "dull" is the correct answer. None of the other words are close in meaning to "vapid": "fiery" means characterized by fire; "problematic" means difficult; "trusting" means believing; and "edible" means able to be eaten.
Example Question #33 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Quantity, And Variety
Synonyms: choose the answer closest in meaning to the word in question.
ATROCIOUS
Eloquent
Belligerent
Wicked
Confidential
Delightful
Wicked
"Atrocious" means wicked or brutal. "Eloquent" means expressive or persuasive in speech. "Belligerent" means aggressive and war-like. "Delightful" means pleasant or enjoyable. "Confidential" means secret and unknown to the public.
Example Question #34 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Quantity, And Variety
Synonyms: choose the answer closest in meaning to the word in question.
INSIPID
Favorable
Bland
Competent
Amphibian
Hasty
Bland
"Insipid" means bland or without taste. "Amphibian" is used to describe an animal or item that can exist or can function on land and in water. "Favorable" means approving or advantageous. "Competent" means capable and having the required skills to complete something. "Hasty" means done with speed, but not with thoroughness.
Example Question #2341 : Identifying Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
MARVELOUS
Interesting
Typical
Astonishing
Natural
Big
Astonishing
Something that is "marvelous" is amazing or beyong belief. "Astonishing" is the best choice because it means causing surprise or wonder. Considering the other choices, something that is "typical" is common and would not amaze anyone as a result. The other choices have no relation in meaning to "marvelous."
Example Question #2342 : Identifying Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
EXCEPTIONAL
Pungent
Garrulous
Prodigious
Reflective
Morose
Prodigious
"Exceptional" means outstanding or brilliant, as does the correct answer, "prodigious." None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "exceptional": "garrulous" means talkative, "pungent" means having a strong smell or taste, "morose" means gloomy, and "reflective" means either reflecting light or thoughtful.
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