SSAT Upper Level Verbal : Synonyms

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #1031 : Synonyms

Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

DILIGENT. 

Possible Answers:

Derisive 

Loose 

Limited 

Disdainful 

Careful 

Correct answer:

Careful 

Explanation:

“Diligent” means very careful and determined. It is most commonly associated with hard-work and patient effort. For clarification, "derisive" and "disdainful" both mean to regard with scorn or dislike.

Example Question #1032 : Synonyms

Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

HISTRIONIC. 

Possible Answers:

Unbelievable

Remiss 

Dramatic 

Eloquent

Impudent 

Correct answer:

Dramatic 

Explanation:

“Histrionic” means dramatic. For clarification, "remiss" means careless or negligent; "impudent" means rude and impolite; "eloquent" means possessing clear and stylish speech.

Example Question #1033 : Synonyms

Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

VERACIOUS. 

Possible Answers:

Honest 

Dishonest 

Aged

Demonstrative

Youthful 

Correct answer:

Honest 

Explanation:

Someone who is “veracious” is very honest. For clarification, "demonstrative" means affectionate or demonstrating loving feelings.

Example Question #1034 : Synonyms

Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

GLUTTUNOUS.

Possible Answers:

Slothful 

Profound 

Satiated 

Flexible 

Greedy 

Correct answer:

Greedy 

Explanation:

“Gluttonous” means greedy and is associated with the word “glutton.” For clarification, "slothful" means lazy to the point of it being a sin; "satiated" means full of food or satisfied; "profound" means deep and meaningful.

Example Question #1035 : Synonyms

Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

LICENTIOUS.

Possible Answers:

Whimsical 

Brave

Lonesome 

Pulchritudinous

Lewd 

Correct answer:

Lewd 

Explanation:

“Licentious” means immoral, particularly with regard to sexuality. So the correct answer is “lewd” which means indecent or sexually offensive. For clarification, "whimsical" means quirky; "pulchritudinous" means beautiful; "lonesome" means lonely or alone.

Example Question #244 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

SACCHARINE. 

Possible Answers:

Revolting 

Sour 

Sweet 

Tasteless

Bitter

Correct answer:

Sweet 

Explanation:

“Saccharine” is an adjective that means of or relating to sugar or sweetness.

Example Question #17 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

Choose the best synonym for the word in capital letters.

EMINENT

Possible Answers:

rosy

meager

forthcoming

gregarious

illustrious

Correct answer:

illustrious

Explanation:

"Eminent" means famous, respected, or illustrious.

Example Question #245 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Choose the best synonym for the word in capital letters.

PERFIDIOUS

Possible Answers:

multifarious

ideal

insane

malicious

treacherous

Correct answer:

treacherous

Explanation:

"Perfidious" means deceitful, untrustworthy, or treacherous.

Example Question #1036 : Synonyms

Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

BOISTEROUS.

Possible Answers:

Angry and resentful

Soft-spoken

Shy and reserved 

Ambitious and outgoing

Loud and enthusiastic

Correct answer:

Loud and enthusiastic

Explanation:

“Boisterous” means noisy, energetic and often rough or wild so the correct answer is “loud and energetic.” For clarification, "reserved" means aloof or distant; "resentful" means bitter or annoyed at having been previously treated badly.

Example Question #1037 : Synonyms

Select the word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

RETICENT.

Possible Answers:

Prattle 

Amble

Quiet 

Remorse 

Loud 

Correct answer:

Quiet 

Explanation:

“Reticent” means quiet or reserved. For clarification, "prattle" is used to describe inane chatter; "amble" is a type of slow, purposeless walk; "remorse" means regret and sorrow. For further clarification, "inane" means pointless.

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