Synonyms: Nouns for Abstract Concepts - SSAT Middle Level Verbal
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INFERENCE
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INFERENCE
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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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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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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
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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
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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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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" 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" 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" 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
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"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
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"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
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"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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IDIOSYNCRASY
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IDIOSYNCRASY
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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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ORATION
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ORATION
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"Oration" means a formal speech, and as such, it is most similar in meaning to "discourse," which means speech. So, "discourse" is the correct answer. For clarification, "jest" means joke, and "tirade," "invective," and "diatribe" are all synonyms that mean a harsh and condemning verbal attack.
"Oration" means a formal speech, and as such, it is most similar in meaning to "discourse," which means speech. So, "discourse" is the correct answer. For clarification, "jest" means joke, and "tirade," "invective," and "diatribe" are all synonyms that mean a harsh and condemning verbal attack.
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PLIGHT
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PLIGHT
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"Plight" means a difficult situation or a dilemma, so "dilemma" is the correct answer. For clarification, "garrulous" and "loquacious" are synonyms that each mean talkative, "despair" is a feeling of hopelessness, and "deft" means skilled.
"Plight" means a difficult situation or a dilemma, so "dilemma" is the correct answer. For clarification, "garrulous" and "loquacious" are synonyms that each mean talkative, "despair" is a feeling of hopelessness, and "deft" means skilled.
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AFFLICTION
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AFFLICTION
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An "affliction" is a disease or a disorder, so "affliction" is the correct answer. "Perfection" means the state of being flawless or without any defects. "Applause" means clapping that signifies approval or praise. "Aspiration" is a noun that means hope or dream. "Production" means the process of manufacturing or creating something.
An "affliction" is a disease or a disorder, so "affliction" is the correct answer. "Perfection" means the state of being flawless or without any defects. "Applause" means clapping that signifies approval or praise. "Aspiration" is a noun that means hope or dream. "Production" means the process of manufacturing or creating something.
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POISE
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POISE
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"Poise" means elegance or gracefulness, so "gracefulness" is the correct answer. "Dishonesty" means deceit or fraudulence. "Termination" means the ending or conclusion of something. "Hunger" means the feeling of needing to eat. "Bravery" means courage or valor.
"Poise" means elegance or gracefulness, so "gracefulness" is the correct answer. "Dishonesty" means deceit or fraudulence. "Termination" means the ending or conclusion of something. "Hunger" means the feeling of needing to eat. "Bravery" means courage or valor.
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COMMITMENT
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COMMITMENT
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When you make a "commitment" to something, you are _promising to do somethin_g or you are dedicated to an idea or group. If you feel "dedicated" to your soccer team, you are "committed" to that team. The two words here act as synonyms.
When you make a "commitment" to something, you are _promising to do somethin_g or you are dedicated to an idea or group. If you feel "dedicated" to your soccer team, you are "committed" to that team. The two words here act as synonyms.
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CONVENTION
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“Convention” is a noun that means a way in which something is usually done. Though all of the options are guidelines for human behavior, people are compelled to obey a “rule,” “law,” or “decree” by legal authority, and “advice” is a suggestion for future action, typically in a personal situation. Of the answer choices, “tradition” has the closest meaning.
“Convention” is a noun that means a way in which something is usually done. Though all of the options are guidelines for human behavior, people are compelled to obey a “rule,” “law,” or “decree” by legal authority, and “advice” is a suggestion for future action, typically in a personal situation. Of the answer choices, “tradition” has the closest meaning.
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INQUIRY
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INQUIRY
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“Inquiry” is a noun that means a request for information. Though all of the options all relate to gaining knowledge, only “question” involves a request. A “theory” is an unproven guess that guides further investigation. “Inspection,” “examination,” and “analysis” are all methods of learning information directly. Of the answer choices, “question” has the closest meaning.
“Inquiry” is a noun that means a request for information. Though all of the options all relate to gaining knowledge, only “question” involves a request. A “theory” is an unproven guess that guides further investigation. “Inspection,” “examination,” and “analysis” are all methods of learning information directly. Of the answer choices, “question” has the closest meaning.