SSAT Upper Level Verbal : Synonyms: Verbs About Emotional Changes

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #41 : Synonyms: Verbs About Emotional Changes

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

MOLLIFY

Possible Answers:

Engage

Frighten

Secure

Lessen

Support

Correct answer:

Lessen

Explanation:

"Mollify" means to soften or make less intense in feeling or temper.

I hope that giving the family an upgrade to first class will  mollify them after the airline lost their luggage.

So to "lessen" is the best choice.

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