SSAT Upper Level Verbal : Identifying Synonyms
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Example Question #271 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
COPPICE
Corpse
Thicket
Cloud
Deity
Lantern
Thicket
A "coppice" is another word for a "thicket," grove, or copse. Be careful not to confuse this with a "corpse," or dead body. A "lantern" is an old-fashioned source of light, and a "deity" is a god or worshipped being.
Example Question #272 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DINGHY
Legislation
Deceit
Boat
Locomotive
Foolishness
Boat
A "dinghy" is a "small boat". A "locomotive" is a synonym for a "train," and "legislation" is law-making. "Deceit" is the same thing as deceptiveness. Another word for "foolishness" is stupidity or idiocy.
Example Question #273 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PROGENY
Legerdemain
Offspring
Preamble
Mischief
Ancestors
Offspring
"Progeny" refers to "offspring" or children. This is the opposite of "ancestors," who are predecessors. A "preamble" is an introduction, and "mischief" is misbehavior or naughtiness. "Legerdemain" is trickery or chicanery.
Example Question #274 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
TORRENT
Client
Drought
Downpour
Unguent
Habitat
Downpour
"Torrent" is a synonym for "downpour." This is the opposite of a "drought," or prolonged dry spell. A "habitat is a species' natural environment, and a "client" is a customer. "Unguent" is another word for ointment or greasy salve.
Example Question #275 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MONGREL
Fecundity
Diatribe
Mutt
Feline
Wound
Mutt
A "mongrel" is a mutt or mixed-breed creature, most commonly a dog. A "feline" is a cat, which could be a "mongrel" but isn't necessarily synonymous with the word. "Fecundity" is another word for fertility. A "diatribe" is a rant or tirade. A "wound" is an injury.
Example Question #276 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
INTERSTICE
Gap
Asylum
Amity
Disparity
Citadel
Gap
An "interstice" is a small gap, break, or intervening empty space between two things. "Asylum" is a synonym for "sanctuary" or refuge. A "citadel" is a fortress, and a "disparity" is a discrepancy. "Amity" is a synonym for "friendship."
Example Question #277 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
CATAFALQUE
Currency
Bier
Dinghy
Idiosyncrasy
Wildcat
Bier
A "catafalque" is a decorated platform, framework, or bier, most often used for supporting a coffin. An "idiosyncrasy" is a quirk, and a "dinghy" is a small boat. "Currency" can mean money or prevalence. Don't confuse "catafalque" with "catamount," a wildcat such as a cougar.
Example Question #278 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
TENDER
Elegance
Scepter
Ligature
Censure
Money
Money
When used as a noun, "tender" means "money." "Elegance" means grace and style. A "scepter" is a staff, particularly an ornamental one used by a ruler. "Censure" is strong or official criticism. Another word for "ligature" is cord.
Example Question #279 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ARMORY
Cloister
Pantry
Shanty
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 #280 : Identifying Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ORDINANCE
Philanthropy
Weaponry
Armor
Humanity
Law
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.
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