All SSAT Upper Level Verbal Resources
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Example Question #307 : Synonyms: Nouns For Abstract Concepts
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
JUNCTURE
Tryst
Proponent
Moment
Advocate
Plumage
Moment
A "juncture" is a moment in time. Usually it is a moment in time where two things meet or where two things split and go separate ways. Additionally, "plumage" is the name given to feathers on a bird; "proponent" and "advocate" are synonyms, both words mean supporter, someone who speaks out in support of something; a "tryst" is an illicit meeting, an affair, a secret rendezvous.
Example Question #681 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
TURMOIL
Agitation
Acolyte
Outlier
Indiscriminate
Cogent
Agitation
The noun "turmoil" is used to describe a state of chaos and agitation, an uncertain situation. Additionally, an "outlier" is a piece of data that does not fit with the rest, an anomaly; "cogent" means (of an argument) very convincing, well reasoned; "indiscriminate" means not discriminating, random; an "acolyte" is an assistant, a minion.
Example Question #682 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
IMPUDENCE
Nuisance
Relevance
Effrontery
Expurgation
Melody
Effrontery
"Impudence" is another word for both insolence and "effrontery." "Relevance" indicates connection to the topic at hand. A "melody" is a sequence of notes that comprises a song, and a "nuisance" is a bother. "Expurgation" is the act of removing material from something (e.g. a book) to avoid offending people.
Example Question #683 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
APEX
Interrogation
Pinnacle
Larceny
Nadir
Gratitude
Pinnacle
An "apex" is a "pinnacle," apogee, or high point. This is the antonym of "nadir," or low point. An "interrogation" is a formal or intense questioning. "Larceny" is theft, and "gratitude" is thankfulness.
Example Question #684 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
APLOMB
Clumsiness
Lechery
Loquacity
Gluttony
Poise
Poise
To do something with "aplomb" is to do it with poise and "polish." This is an antonym of "clumsiness." "Gluttony" means overeating, and "lechery" means lust. "Loquacity" is a synonym for excessive talkativeness.
Example Question #685 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
JARGON
Specialized Interrogation
Specialized Architecture
Specialized Profession
Specialized Language
Specialized Studies
Specialized Language
"Jargon" is a type of language specific to a particular discipline or specialty. While "architects," "scholars," and other professions do have their own kinds of jargon, the words are not actually synonymous. An "interrogation" is a questioning session.
Example Question #686 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ABNEGATION
Hearth
Lassitude
Predilection
Fodder
Renunciation
Renunciation
The noun "abnegation" means "renunciation," denial, rejection, the act of disavowing something. Additionally, a "predilection" is a preference for something; "lassitude" is weariness, exhaustion, lethargy; "fodder" is worthless material to be sacrificed for some cause; a "hearth" is a fireplace or a spiritual home, or less commonly, a literal home.
Example Question #687 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
COMPLIANCE
Predilection
Exigency
Obedience
Repose
Serendipity
Obedience
The noun "compliance" means the action of agreeing to a command or a request. Although this is not a direct synonym of "obedience," this is easily the best answer. Additionally, "predilection" is a preference for, having a particular like for something; "exigency" is urgency, the need to get something done; "repose" is rest; "serendipity" is the occurrence of some happy and lucky incident, good fortune.
Example Question #688 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
ZENITH
Harangue
Apogee
Tenacity
Acumen
Lunacy
Apogee
"Zenith" is another word for pinnacle, apex, or "apogee." "Lunacy" is a synonym for "insanity," and "tenacity" is perseverance and determination. "Acumen" is another word for shrewdness or sharpness, and a "harangue" is a verbal rant or tirade.
Example Question #689 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PROBITY
Largesse
Integrity
Maturity
Paucity
Mischief
Integrity
"Probity" means "integrity" and moral uprightness. "Mischief" is trouble, and "largesse" is generosity. "Maturity" and "immaturity" are antonyms, as are "paucity" and "abundance."