Synonyms: Nouns for Abstract Concepts - SSAT Middle Level Verbal
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INFERENCE
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INFERENCE
An "inference" is a conclusion based on observation. For clarification, "jubilation" is very similar in meaning to celebration, or great happiness; "superstition" refers to belief grounded outside of reason.
An "inference" is a conclusion based on observation. For clarification, "jubilation" is very similar in meaning to celebration, or great happiness; "superstition" refers to belief grounded outside of reason.
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DEARTH
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DEARTH
To have a "dearth" of something means you do not have enough or you are lacking. For clarification, a jaunt is an informal outing.
To have a "dearth" of something means you do not have enough or you are lacking. For clarification, a jaunt is an informal outing.
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EPOCH
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EPOCH
An "epoch" is an era or period of history. For clarification, a "dilemma" is a problem; a "void" is a hole or an absence of something.
An "epoch" is an era or period of history. For clarification, a "dilemma" is a problem; a "void" is a hole or an absence of something.
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CORRELATION
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CORRELATION
A "correlation" is a mutual or complementary relationship; as such, it is most similar in meaning to association. For clarification, "transient" means not permanently settled and is a synonym of itinerant; "retribution" means revenge.
A "correlation" is a mutual or complementary relationship; as such, it is most similar in meaning to association. For clarification, "transient" means not permanently settled and is a synonym of itinerant; "retribution" means revenge.
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ADJUNCT
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ADJUNCT
An "adjunct" is something added on as extra or an assistant. It is most similar in meaning to "accessory," which is the correct answer. For clarification, a "portal" is a door or means of travel; "cagey" means cautious and wary; "whimsical" means silly and quirky; "cantankerous" means ill-tempered and grumpy.
An "adjunct" is something added on as extra or an assistant. It is most similar in meaning to "accessory," which is the correct answer. For clarification, a "portal" is a door or means of travel; "cagey" means cautious and wary; "whimsical" means silly and quirky; "cantankerous" means ill-tempered and grumpy.
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FACET
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FACET
A "facet" is an aspect of something. For clarification, "mythical" means legendary or fabulous; "genuine" means real and authentic; "vie" means compete or battle for.
A "facet" is an aspect of something. For clarification, "mythical" means legendary or fabulous; "genuine" means real and authentic; "vie" means compete or battle for.
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DEXTERITY
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DEXTERITY
"Dexterity" refers to someone’s physical skill and agility. For clarification, "agility" means balance and nimbleness; "capability" means ability or potential; "preclude" means to prevent something from happening; "tentative" means cautious and wary; "exorbitant" means excessive.
"Dexterity" refers to someone’s physical skill and agility. For clarification, "agility" means balance and nimbleness; "capability" means ability or potential; "preclude" means to prevent something from happening; "tentative" means cautious and wary; "exorbitant" means excessive.
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ASPIRATIONS
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ASPIRATIONS
"Aspirations" are goals or targets. A goal is something you “aspire” to.
"Aspirations" are goals or targets. A goal is something you “aspire” to.
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CANDOR
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CANDOR
"Candor" means frankness or honesty. For clarification, "extol" means to praise, and compatible means well-matched.
"Candor" means frankness or honesty. For clarification, "extol" means to praise, and compatible means well-matched.
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CHORE
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CHORE
"Chore" means routine task done to keep one's home clean, so "task" is the correct answer. "Astronomer" is a person who studies astronomy. "Affection" is a noun that means love or care. "Strategy" is a noun that means a plan or a policy. "Hardship" is a noun that means struggle or difficulty.
"Chore" means routine task done to keep one's home clean, so "task" is the correct answer. "Astronomer" is a person who studies astronomy. "Affection" is a noun that means love or care. "Strategy" is a noun that means a plan or a policy. "Hardship" is a noun that means struggle or difficulty.
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MIRTH
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MIRTH
"Mirth" means happiness, so "happiness" is the correct answer. For clarification, "envy" means jealousy.
"Mirth" means happiness, so "happiness" is the correct answer. For clarification, "envy" means jealousy.
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FRINGE
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FRINGE
"Fringe" means the outer edge of something. So, "fringe" is most similar in meaning to "periphery," which means the exterior edge of something. For clarification, "sacrosanct" means holy or sacred, "dismiss" means send away or ignore, "opening" means start or gap, and "ending" means conclusion.
"Fringe" means the outer edge of something. So, "fringe" is most similar in meaning to "periphery," which means the exterior edge of something. For clarification, "sacrosanct" means holy or sacred, "dismiss" means send away or ignore, "opening" means start or gap, and "ending" means conclusion.
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INSINUATION
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INSINUATION
An “insinuation” is a sneaky suggestion of something bad. If you “insinuate” something about someone, you _imply_something about them. An “implication” is similar to an insinuation, so "implication" is the correct answer. With “charge,” the nearest meaning to "insinuation" is that it a "charge" can mean an accusation, but even then it is not close enough to "insinuation" to complete the analogy because “charge” is a direct accusation, whereas an “insinuation” is more of a suggestion. “Severance” is closer to incision to make a cut into something. You may have mistaken “insinuation” for sinew which is a word used to refer to muscles and tendons. To provide further help, “chanting” means saying a phrase loudly and repetitively, usually in a group.
An “insinuation” is a sneaky suggestion of something bad. If you “insinuate” something about someone, you _imply_something about them. An “implication” is similar to an insinuation, so "implication" is the correct answer. With “charge,” the nearest meaning to "insinuation" is that it a "charge" can mean an accusation, but even then it is not close enough to "insinuation" to complete the analogy because “charge” is a direct accusation, whereas an “insinuation” is more of a suggestion. “Severance” is closer to incision to make a cut into something. You may have mistaken “insinuation” for sinew which is a word used to refer to muscles and tendons. To provide further help, “chanting” means saying a phrase loudly and repetitively, usually in a group.
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GRIND
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GRIND
If something is a “grind,” it is hard or difficult. Something that is hard and difficult is also a “drudge.” You may be more familiar with the term “drudgery,” which means boring, difficult, or unpleasant work. To further help you, a “reduction” is a decrease; to "tease" is to make fun of.
If something is a “grind,” it is hard or difficult. Something that is hard and difficult is also a “drudge.” You may be more familiar with the term “drudgery,” which means boring, difficult, or unpleasant work. To further help you, a “reduction” is a decrease; to "tease" is to make fun of.
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BONANZA
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BONANZA
A “bonanza” is something that produces very good results . A “windfall” is an unexpected, unearned, or sudden gain and is closest to in meaning to “bonanza.” To clarify, a “cataclysm” is a catastrophe or something that causes destruction; “extravagant” means something that is very expensive and often unnecessary; “recycle” means to reuse.
A “bonanza” is something that produces very good results . A “windfall” is an unexpected, unearned, or sudden gain and is closest to in meaning to “bonanza.” To clarify, a “cataclysm” is a catastrophe or something that causes destruction; “extravagant” means something that is very expensive and often unnecessary; “recycle” means to reuse.
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SEMINAR
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SEMINAR
A “seminar” is a meeting in which you receive information on a particular subject. It is similar to a “conference,” which is also a meeting. Do not confuse it with “seminary,” which refers to a private or religious school. “Divine” means heavenly or godlike.
A “seminar” is a meeting in which you receive information on a particular subject. It is similar to a “conference,” which is also a meeting. Do not confuse it with “seminary,” which refers to a private or religious school. “Divine” means heavenly or godlike.
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IDIOSYNCRASY
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IDIOSYNCRASY
An "idiosyncrasy" is a quirk or a unique or unusual characteristic, so "quirk" is the correct answer. For clarification, "wanton" means random and reckless, "capricious" means impulsive or unpredictable, "normalcy" means order or regularity, and "barrage" means onslaught or extended attack.
An "idiosyncrasy" is a quirk or a unique or unusual characteristic, so "quirk" is the correct answer. For clarification, "wanton" means random and reckless, "capricious" means impulsive or unpredictable, "normalcy" means order or regularity, and "barrage" means onslaught or extended attack.
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DELIRIUM
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DELIRIUM
“Delirium” is a mental state in which you are confused and unable to think clearly, usually because of fever or illness. It is most similar in meaning to “confusion.” To clarify the other terms, “conception” is the process of forming ideas; “concentrated” means focused;“consternation” is a feeling of surprise that causes confusion; “convoluted” means complex or tangled.
“Delirium” is a mental state in which you are confused and unable to think clearly, usually because of fever or illness. It is most similar in meaning to “confusion.” To clarify the other terms, “conception” is the process of forming ideas; “concentrated” means focused;“consternation” is a feeling of surprise that causes confusion; “convoluted” means complex or tangled.
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FLAIR
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FLAIR
If you have “flair,” you have a natural ability to do something, usually with style. It is closest in meaning to "ability.” To clarify the other terms, a “flare” is a light or torch; a “jurisdiction” is the area where a legal power operates; “dominion” is the power to rule or a land that a power controls.
If you have “flair,” you have a natural ability to do something, usually with style. It is closest in meaning to "ability.” To clarify the other terms, a “flare” is a light or torch; a “jurisdiction” is the area where a legal power operates; “dominion” is the power to rule or a land that a power controls.
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GAMUT
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GAMUT
A “gamut” is a range or series of related things. To clarify the other terms, a “gauntlet” is a protective glove worn with Medieval armor; a “piste” is a ski trail; “dinky” means little or small; a “tryst” is a secret meeting among lovers.
A “gamut” is a range or series of related things. To clarify the other terms, a “gauntlet” is a protective glove worn with Medieval armor; a “piste” is a ski trail; “dinky” means little or small; a “tryst” is a secret meeting among lovers.
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