SSAT Upper Level Verbal : Synonyms: Nouns for Abstract Concepts

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #641 : Synonyms: Nouns

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

APLOMB

Possible Answers:

Loquacity

Lechery

Gluttony

Poise

Clumsiness

Correct answer:

Poise

Explanation:

To do something with "aplomb" is to do it with poise and "polish." This is an antonym of "clumsiness." "Gluttony" means overeating, and "lechery" means lust. "Loquacity" is a synonym for excessive talkativeness.

Example Question #642 : Synonyms: Nouns

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

JARGON

Possible Answers:

Specialized Studies

Specialized Architecture

Specialized Interrogation

Specialized Language

Specialized Profession

Correct answer:

Specialized Language

Explanation:

"Jargon" is a type of language specific to a particular discipline or specialty. While "architects," "scholars," and other professions do have their own kinds of jargon, the words are not actually synonymous. An "interrogation" is a questioning session.

Example Question #643 : Synonyms: Nouns

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

ABNEGATION

Possible Answers:

Hearth

Fodder

Predilection

Renunciation

Lassitude

Correct answer:

Renunciation

Explanation:

The noun "abnegation" means "renunciation," denial, rejection, the act of disavowing something. Additionally, a "predilection" is a preference for something; "lassitude" is weariness, exhaustion, lethargy; "fodder" is worthless material to be sacrificed for some cause; a "hearth" is a fireplace or a spiritual home, or less commonly, a literal home.

Example Question #644 : Synonyms: Nouns

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

COMPLIANCE

Possible Answers:

Obedience

Predilection

Repose

Exigency

Serendipity

Correct answer:

Obedience

Explanation:

The noun "compliance" means the action of agreeing to a command or a request. Although this is not a direct synonym of "obedience," this is easily the best answer. Additionally, "predilection" is a preference for, having a particular like for something; "exigency" is urgency, the need to get something done; "repose" is rest; "serendipity" is the occurrence of some happy and lucky incident, good fortune.

Example Question #645 : Synonyms: Nouns

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

ZENITH

Possible Answers:

Tenacity

Lunacy

Harangue

Acumen

Apogee

Correct answer:

Apogee

Explanation:

"Zenith" is another word for pinnacle, apex, or "apogee." "Lunacy" is a synonym for "insanity," and "tenacity" is perseverance and determination. "Acumen" is another word for shrewdness or sharpness, and a "harangue" is a verbal rant or tirade.

Example Question #646 : Synonyms: Nouns

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

PROBITY

Possible Answers:

Integrity

Maturity

Paucity

Largesse

Mischief

Correct answer:

Integrity

Explanation:

"Probity" means "integrity" and moral uprightness. "Mischief" is trouble, and "largesse" is generosity. "Maturity" and "immaturity" are antonyms, as are "paucity" and "abundance."

Example Question #647 : Synonyms: Nouns

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

PROCLIVITY

Possible Answers:

Levity

Apogee

Lethargy

Inclination

Nadir

Correct answer:

Inclination

Explanation:

A "proclivity" is an inclination or tendency towards something. "Lethargy" means listlessness, "nadir" means low point, and "apogee" means high point. "Levity" means lightheartedness and humor.

Example Question #648 : Synonyms: Nouns

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

BREVITY

Possible Answers:

Lassitude

Assignation

Decreptitude

Briefness

Gluttony

Correct answer:

Briefness

Explanation:

"Brevity" and "briefness" are synonyms. "Lassitude" means lethargy or apathy. "Decrepitude" describes the state of being old and dilapidated. "Gluttony" means excess or greed in eating. An "assignation" is another word for a rendezvous or illicit meet-up.

Example Question #311 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts

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

ZENITH

Possible Answers:

Complicity

Ibex

Rumpus

Mendacity

Apogee

Correct answer:

Apogee

Explanation:

"Zenith" and "apogee" both describe an apex or a high point. An "ibex" is a type of wild goat, while a "rumpus" is a commotion or a disturbance. "Complicity" means guilt, and "mendacity" means dishonesty.

Example Question #312 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts

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

ASSIGNATION

Possible Answers:

Hegemony

Luster

Rendezvous

Zealot

Dignitary

Correct answer:

Rendezvous

Explanation:

An "assignation" is a tryst, "rendezvous," or secretive meeting. A "zealot" is a fanatic, and "hegemony" is supremacy or authoritarian dominance. A "dignitary" is a famous or noteworthy person. "Lustre" is a synonym for gloss or shine.

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