SSAT Elementary Level Verbal

A comprehensive introduction to verbal reasoning skills for young learners preparing for the SSAT Elementary Level.

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Basic Concepts

Antonyms

What Are Antonyms?

Antonyms are words that have opposite meanings. For example, “big” is an antonym of “small.” Learning antonyms helps you understand what words mean by knowing their opposites.

Why Should You Know Antonyms?

Knowing antonyms can help boost your vocabulary and make it easier to understand new words. It also helps you spot tricky questions on the SSAT.

How to Learn Antonyms

  • When you learn a new word, try to find its opposite.
  • Make flashcards with a word on one side and its antonym on the other.
  • Play games where you say the opposite of a word your friend gives you.

Real-World Use

Understanding antonyms helps you communicate clearly and can be useful in reading, writing, and conversations.

Examples

  • Hot and cold

  • Fast and slow

In a Nutshell

Antonyms are words that mean the opposite.

Key Terms

Antonym
A word that means the opposite of another word.
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Word Relationships