All SSAT Upper Level Verbal Resources
Example Questions
Example Question #329 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
SCRIM
Reverberation
Statute
Frisson
Folly
Fabric
Fabric
"Scrim" is a type of backdrop or "fabric." A "frisson" is a palpable thrill, and "folly" is foolishness. A "reverberation" is an echo or refraction of sound. "Statute" and "edict" are synonyms.
Example Question #330 : Synonyms: Nouns
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PROJECTILE
Torrent
Equipoise
Lexicon
Sojourn
Bullet
Bullet
"Bullets" are, once fired, "projectiles". "Equipoise" is a synonym for "balance." A "lexicon" is a dictionary, and a "torrent" is a deluge, a downpour. A "sojourn" is a rest, a stay, or a stopover somewhere.
Example Question #191 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
RAVINE
Toll
Ravine
Antipathy
Luster
Demeanor
Toll
A "ravine" is a deep "gorge," and "antipathy" is hatred. Someone's "demeanor" is their bearing or comportment. "Luster" is gloss.
Example Question #192 : Synonyms: Nouns For Tangible Things
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PRECIPICE
Strife
Cliff
Effluent
Languor
Torpor
Cliff
A "precipice" is a "cliff" or a steep drop-off. "Languor" and "torpor" are synonyms for sluggishness. "Strife" is a synonym for "conflict." "Effluent" is a synonym for "sewage," waste.