SSAT Synonym Quiz Set 29

Which word is the closest synonym of forfeit?

• Surrender

• Gain

• Win

• Acquire

• Secure

Answer explanation

The word 'forfeit' means to lose or give up something, often as a penalty. 'Surrender' closely aligns with this meaning, as it involves giving up control or possession, making it the closest synonym. The other options imply gaining rather than losing.

Which word is the closest synonym of forgery?

• Fake

• Authentic

• Honest

• Genuine

• Real

Answer explanation

The closest synonym of 'forgery' is 'fake' because forgery involves creating a false representation of something, which aligns with the meaning of fake. The other options, such as 'authentic' and 'genuine', imply truthfulness, which contradicts forgery.

Which word is the closest synonym of formidable?

• Intimidating

• Weak

• Unimpressive

• Easy

• Small

Answer explanation

The word 'formidable' means inspiring fear or respect through being impressively powerful. The closest synonym is 'intimidating', as both convey a sense of fear or awe. The other options do not share this meaning.

Which word is the closest synonym of formulate?

• Develop

• Destroy

• Forget

• Dismiss

• Ruin

Answer explanation

The word 'formulate' means to create or develop a plan or idea. 'Develop' is the closest synonym as it also implies the process of creating or improving something, while the other options suggest negation or destruction.

Which word is the closest synonym of fortified?

• Strengthened

• Weakened

• Broken

• Fragile

• Unprotected

Answer explanation

The word 'fortified' means to strengthen or reinforce. Among the choices, 'strengthened' is the closest synonym, as it conveys the idea of making something stronger, while the other options imply weakness or lack of protection.

Which word is the closest synonym of fortress?

• Stronghold

• Hut

• Tent

• Cabin

• Cottage

Answer explanation

The word 'stronghold' is a synonym for 'fortress' as both refer to a fortified place or a secure location. The other options, such as 'hut', 'tent', 'cabin', and 'cottage', do not convey the same meaning of strength and defense.

Which word is the closest synonym of foster?

• Nurture

• Neglect

• Ignore

• Abandon

• Weaken

Answer explanation

The word 'foster' means to encourage or promote the development of something, which aligns closely with 'nurture.' In contrast, 'neglect,' 'ignore,' 'abandon,' and 'weaken' imply a lack of care or support.

Which word is the closest synonym of fragment?

• Piece

• Whole

• Complete

• Total

• Full

Answer explanation

The word 'fragment' refers to a part or piece of something. Therefore, 'Piece' is the closest synonym, as it conveys the idea of a smaller part of a whole, unlike 'Whole', 'Complete', 'Total', or 'Full', which imply entirety.

Which word is the closest synonym of frank?

• Honest

• Dishonest

• Secretive

• Indirect

• Hesitant

Answer explanation

The word 'frank' means being open and honest in communication. Therefore, 'honest' is the closest synonym, while 'dishonest', 'secretive', 'indirect', and 'hesitant' convey opposite or unrelated meanings.

Which word is the closest synonym of fret?

• Worry

• Relax

• Celebrate

• Ignore

• Smile

Answer explanation

The word 'fret' means to worry or be anxious about something. Therefore, the closest synonym is 'worry', as it conveys a similar sense of concern. The other options do not align with this meaning.