SSAT Upper Level Verbal : Synonyms: Nouns for Tangible Things
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Example Question #271 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ARMORY
Shanty
Pantry
Cloister
Arsenal
Ditty
Arsenal
An "armory" and an "arsenal" are both a place where weapons are stored. A "pantry" is where food is stored, and a "cloister" is an enclosed area or walkway, usually inside a monastery. A "shanty" is a sea song. A "ditty" is a little tune.
Example Question #272 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ORDINANCE
Armor
Law
Humanity
Weaponry
Philanthropy
Law
An "ordinance" is a "law" or decree. This isn't to be confused with "ordnance," which is weaponry. "Armor" is protective gear worn in battle. "Humanity" means humankind. "Philanthropy" is charity, generosity, benevolence.
Example Question #281 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DAIS
Travails
Zest
Skullduggery
Platform
Gluttony
Platform
A "dais" is a raised "platform," often for a throne or other ceremonial purpose. "Travails" are ordeals or difficult, painful labors. "Skullduggery" is trickery, and "gluttony" is overeating. Another word for "zest" is zeal.
Example Question #282 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RIPOSTE
Melee
Retort
Drinking vessel
Skirmish
Garment
Retort
A "riposte" is a quick and often witty retort or response. A "melee" is a skirmish or brawl. A drinking vessel is a "tankard" or "flagon." A "garment" is an article of clothing.
Example Question #283 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
REPAST
Sojourn
Squabble
Coppice
Meal
Retort
Meal
A "repast" is a "meal" or even feast. Don't confuse this with a "riposte," or retort. A "squabble" is an argument or quarrel. A "coppice" is a thicket or grove of small trees. A "sojourn" is a temporary rest or vacation.
Example Question #284 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
EDICT
Decree
Idiosyncrasy
Metropolis
Arsenal
Salve
Decree
An "edict" is a "decree" or ordinance. A "metropolis" is a city or urban area. A "salve" is a balm or a healing ointment. An "idiosyncrasy" is a quirk or zany individual trait. An "arsenal" is a collection of weaponry, an armory.
Example Question #285 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
TRAVAIL
Ordeal
Shoe
Milliner
Zeal
Pandemonium
Ordeal
A "travail" is an ordeal or difficult trial. This is not the same as a "shoe" or a milliner, a maker of hats. "Pandemonium" is another word for chaos. "Zeal" is zest or passion.
Example Question #286 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ORDNANCE
Harangue
Weaponry
Cheer
Law
Skullduggery
Weaponry
"Ordnance" is "weaponry" and is a collective noun. Don't confuse this with an "ordinance," or law. "Skullduggery" is another word for treachery. A "harangue" is a rant or tirade. "Cheer" is happiness and joy, and a "cheer" is a celebratory or encouraging shout.
Example Question #287 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CATAMOUNT
Pirate
Progeny
Wildcat
Expiation
Threat
Wildcat
A "catamount" is a "wildcat," particularly a cougar. "Progeny is another word for offspring, and "expiation" is the act of making amends, atoning for sins. A "threat" is a warning of violence or a thing with potential to harm people or property. A "pirate" is a criminal person who attacks ships and marauds on the high seas.
Example Question #288 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
REJOINDER
Sanction
Mongrel
Tempest
Retort
Vacation
Retort
A "rejoinder" is a "retort," a witty response. A "tempest" is a storm, and a "mongrel" is a mixed-breed animal. A "sanction" is an official punishment or penalty, often used politically by one country against another; however, in other contexts, it can also mean official approval or authorization for something. A "vacation" could be another word for a respite, a break, or an intermission.
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