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● Word Pair Analogies 1
low-advanced level (SAT)
Directions: Choose the pair of words that
best express a relationship similar to that
of the original pair. Then write the bridge
sentence(s) to the right.
A finger is part of a hand.
A leaf is part of a tree.
Name________________
Date________________
Example:
Bridge Type: Lack
#) UNDERQUALIFIED : CREDENTIALS
A)
B)
C)
D)
tentative : doubt
tenacious : determination
lackluster : enthusiasm
epicurean : appreciation
Bridge Type: Characteristic
1) ENIGMA : MYSTERIOUS
A)
B)
C)
D)
bigot : prejudiced
beetle : venomous
politician : obtuse
professor : glib
Bridge Sentence:
A characteristic of an enigma is to be
mysterious.
A characteristic of a __________ is to be
__________.
Bridge Type: Function
2) VEIL : ENSHROUD
A)
B)
C)
D)
beautician : paint
lampoon : mock
laureate : preside
flare : locate
Bridge Sentence:
The function of a veil is to enshroud.
The function of a __________ is to
__________.
Bridge Type: Characteristic
3) POISON : NOXIOUS
A)
B)
C)
D)
performance : stellar
satellite : worldly
maze : labyrinthine
wavelength : shallow
Bridge Sentence:
A characteristic of a poison is to be noxious.
A characteristic of a __________ is to be
__________.
Bridge Type: Definition (Antonyms)
4) PLACID : TUMULTUOUS
A)
B)
C)
D)
coveted : desired
reviled : despised
tangential : irrelevant
credible : dubious
Bridge Sentence:
Placid is the opposite of tumultuous.
__________ is the opposite of __________.
Bridge Type: Degree
5) BLATANT : OBVIOUS
A)
B)
C)
D)
preeminent : important
legendary : unbelievable
novel : obsolete
powerful : dominant
Bridge Sentence:
Something that is blatant is very obvious.
Something that is __________ is very
__________.
Bridge Type: Other
6) BLASPHEMY : RELIGION
A)
B)
C)
D)
fornication : marriage
treason : state
lethargy : energy
avarice : currency
Bridge Sentence:
Blasphemy is an offense against a religion.
__________ is an offense against a
__________.
Bridge Type: Lack
7) TAWDRY : TASTE
A)
B)
C)
D)
vicious : wrath
bourgeois : wealth
haughty : humility
paraplegic : legs
Bridge Sentence:
Someone who is tawdry lacks taste.
Someone who is __________ lacks
__________.
Bridge Type: Definition (Antonyms)
8) TEDIUM : EXCITEMENT
A)
B)
C)
D)
revision : edition
honor : prestige
mortgage : debt
resignation : denial
Bridge Sentence:
Tedium is the opposite of excitement.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Other
9) CRINGE : DISCOMFORT
A)
B)
C)
D)
nod : acquiescence
handshake : discrimination
haiku : poetry
hyperbole : literature
10) DIATRIBE : SPEECH
A)
B)
C)
D)
deal : hustle
nuance : pattern
laceration : injury
plaintiff : defendant
Bridge Sentence:
A cringe is an expression of discomfort.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
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● Word Pair Analogies 2
low-advanced level (SAT)
Directions: Choose the pair of words that
best express a relationship similar to that
of the original pair. Then write the bridge
sentence(s) to the right.
A finger is part of a hand.
A leaf is part of a tree.
Name________________
Date________________
Example:
Bridge Type: Lack
#) UNDERQUALIFIED : CREDENTIALS
A)
B)
C)
D)
tentative : doubt
tenacious : determination
lackluster : enthusiasm
epicurean : appreciation
Bridge Type: Lack
1) FRAIL : BRAWN
A)
B)
C)
D)
humorous : wit
obtuse : intensity
disinterested : ennui
longwinded : brevity
Bridge Sentence:
Someone who is frail lacks brawn.
Someone who is __________ lacks
__________.
Bridge Type: Other
2) ACROPHOBIA : HEIGHTS
A)
B)
C)
D)
claustrophobia : closets
homophobia : discrimination
agoraphobia : crowds
vertigo : balance
Bridge Type: Characteristic
Bridge Sentence:
Acrophobia is the fear of heights.
__________ is the fear of __________.
Bridge Sentence:
3) HERETIC : UNORTHODOX
A)
B)
C)
D)
hero : folksy
braggart : boastful
javelin : underhanded
hiatus : eternal
A characteristic of a heretic is to be
unorthodox.
A characteristic of a __________ is to be
__________.
Bridge Type: Definition (Antonyms)
4) DEBUNK : VERIFY
A)
B)
C)
D)
revere : denigrate
besmirch : slander
cower : submit
pontificate : pronounce
Bridge Sentence:
To debunk is the opposite of to verify.
To __________ is the opposite of to
__________.
Bridge Type: Part to Whole
5) LEGEND : MAP
A)
B)
C)
D)
continent : nation
page : tome
tirade : government
legion : family
Bridge Sentence:
A legend is part of a map.
A __________ is part of a __________.
Bridge Type: Type/Kind
6) EPISTLE : LETTER
A)
B)
C)
D)
decathlon : competition
multitude : feast
lounge : vacation
credo : church
Bridge Sentence:
An epistle is a type of letter.
A __________ is a type of __________.
Bridge Type: Other
7) DETECTIVE : MYSTERIES
A)
B)
C)
D)
theologian : cancer
sojourner : destiny
archaeologist : hieroglyphics
courier : packages
Bridge Sentence:
A detective makes sense of mysteries.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Definition
8) THWART : FRUSTRATE
A)
B)
C)
D)
retain : burst
meditate : snooze
laud : praise
bristle : brush
9) DECOY : DECEIVE
A)
B)
C)
D)
landscape : surround
eulogy : kill
quartet : compose
bulwark : protect
10) LARCENY : CRIME
A)
B)
C)
D)
bureaucracy : administration
astrology : religion
venom : flavoring
mythology : deity
Bridge Sentence:
To thwart means to frustrate.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Sentence:
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Bridge Sentence:
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● Word Pair Analogies 3
low-advanced level (SAT)
Directions: Choose the pair of words that
best express a relationship similar to that
of the original pair. Then write the bridge
sentence(s) to the right.
A finger is part of a hand.
A leaf is part of a tree.
Name________________
Date________________
Example:
Bridge Type: Lack
#) UNDERQUALIFIED : CREDENTIALS
A)
B)
C)
D)
tentative : doubt
tenacious : determination
lackluster : enthusiasm
epicurean : appreciation
Bridge Type: Other
1) BUTTRESS : WALL
A)
B)
C)
D)
precinct : city
philanthropist : charity
cream : lotion
document : preamble
Bridge Sentence:
A buttress supports a wall.
A __________ supports a __________.
Bridge Type: Function
2) JURY : DELIBERATE
A)
B)
C)
D)
candidate : deprecate
precedent : preside
ruse : illuminate
lobbyist : persuade
Bridge Sentence:
The function of a jury is to deliberate.
The function of a __________ is to
__________.
Bridge Type: Degree
3) SACCHARINE : SWEET
A)
B)
C)
D)
omniscient : omnipotent
lethargic : slovenly
sacrosanct : sacred
hypocritical : dissonant
Bridge Sentence:
Something that is saccharine is very sweet.
Something that is __________ is
very__________.
Bridge Type: Definition (Antonyms)
4) ALTRUISM : SELFISHNESS
A)
B)
C)
D)
alacrity : clarity
impartiality : bias
levity : flippancy
gravity : momentum
Bridge Sentence:
Altruism is the opposite of selfishness.
__________ is the opposite of __________.
Bridge Type: Characteristic
5) BISHOP : ORDAINED
A)
B)
C)
D)
prince : opulent
transgression : acceptable
cliché : intrepid
loft : unattainable
Bridge Sentence:
A characteristic of a bishop is to be ordained.
A characteristic of a__________ is to be
__________.
Bridge Type: Definition
6) PRAGMATIC : PRACTICAL
A)
B)
C)
D)
irritating : pleasing
tenacious : faltering
opaque : translucent
trivial : negligible
Bridge Sentence:
By definition, something that is pragmatic is
practical.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Type/Kind
7) CAULDRON : POT
A)
B)
C)
D)
vibration : perception
pictograph : symbol
favor : currency
luminary : phantasm
8) PRECEPT : GUIDANCE
A)
B)
C)
D)
chord : music
footnote : connotation
alibi : defense
epilogue : introduction
9) TRINKET : VALUE
A)
B)
C)
D)
sequoia : longevity
physician : medicine
fool : sagacity
grandmother : idiosyncrasy
10) EUPHEMISM : POLITE
A)
B)
C)
D)
prophet : rogue
metaphor : literal
expletive : vulgar
sonnet : renegade
Bridge Sentence:
A caldron is a kind of pot.
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Bridge Sentence:
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Bridge Sentence:
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Bridge Sentence:
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● Word Pair Analogies 4
low-advanced level (SAT)
Directions: Choose the pair of words that
best express a relationship similar to that
of the original pair. Then write the bridge
sentence(s) to the right.
A finger is part of a hand.
A leaf is part of a tree.
Name________________
Date________________
Example:
Bridge Type: Lack
#) UNDERQUALIFIED : CREDENTIALS
A)
B)
C)
D)
tentative : doubt
tenacious : determination
lackluster : enthusiasm
epicurean : appreciation
Bridge Type: Lack
1) AGNOSTIC : BELIEF
A)
B)
C)
D)
lummox : grace
reputation : notoriety
predecessor : origin
tyrant : prerogative
Bridge Sentence:
An agnostic lacks belief.
A __________ lacks __________.
Bridge Type: Function
2) PALLIATIVE : RELIEVE
A)
B)
C)
D)
predicament : solve
tonic : dissolve
deterrent : dissuade
correspondent : sanction
Bridge Sentence:
The function of a palliative is to relieve.
The function of a __________ is to
__________.
Bridge Type: Other
3) EXORCISM : DEMONS
A)
B)
C)
D)
putsch : government
sin : evil
nation : expatriates
cave : stalagmites
Bridge Sentence:
An exorcism drives out demons.
A __________ drives out __________.
Bridge Type: Characteristic
4) GROUCH : CANTAKEROUS
A)
B)
C)
D)
conspiracy : successful
magnate : magnanimous
building : ramshackle
palace : ornate
Bridge Sentence:
A characteristic of a grouch is to be
cantankerous.
A characteristic of a __________ is to
be__________.
Bridge Type: Definition (Antonyms)
5) INCIPIENT : MATURE
A)
B)
C)
D)
prescient : correct
analogous : comparable
destitute : affluent
unctuous : oily
Bridge Sentence:
Incipient is the opposite of mature.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Degree
6) SUCCULENT : RICH
A)
B)
C)
D)
caustic : relaxing
amiable : indifferent
bloodthirsty : violent
farcical : funny
7) CAUCUS : MEETING
A)
B)
C)
D)
chef : entrée
dissertation : degree
paleontologist : scientist
salute : capitulation
8) INDIGENT : POOR
A)
B)
C)
D)
ethereal : concrete
apathetic : depressed
inadvertent : presaged
sanctimonious : hypocritical
9) IMPROMPTU : REHEARSAL
A)
B)
C)
D)
precocious : direction
perpetual : cessation
impious : dedication
truant : membership
10) MAELSTROM : STORM
A)
B)
C)
D)
feline : cat
analgesic : painkiller
omen : destiny
savant : disability
Bridge Sentence:
Something that is succulent is very rich.
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Bridge Sentence:
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Bridge Sentence:
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Bridge Sentence:
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Bridge Sentence:
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● Word Pair Analogies 5
low-advanced level (SAT)
Directions: Choose the pair of words that
best express a relationship similar to that
of the original pair. Then write the bridge
sentence(s) to the right.
A finger is part of a hand.
A leaf is part of a tree.
Bridge Type: Characteristic
1) IGNORAMUS : UNINTELLIGENT
A)
B)
C)
D)
teacher : tenured
virtuoso : skilled
illness : terminal
hooligan : popular
Name________________
Date________________
Example:
Bridge Type: Lack
#) UNDERQUALIFIED : CREDENTIALS
A)
B)
C)
D)
tentative : doubt
tenacious : determination
lackluster : enthusiasm
epicurean : appreciation
Bridge Sentence:
A characteristic of an ignoramus is to be
unintelligent.
A characteristic of a __________ is to
be__________.
Bridge Type: Function
2) PANACEA : CURE
A)
B)
C)
D)
condiment : eat
mallet : strike
paradox : contradict
charlatan : deceive
Bridge Sentence:
A panacea is used to cure.
A __________ is used to __________.
Bridge Type: Lack
3) MALADROIT : SKILL
A)
B)
C)
D)
domineering : power
abject : poverty
pretentious : modesty
faithful : commitment
Bridge Sentence:
Someone who is maladroit lacks skill.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Degree
4) FASTIDIOUS : PARTICULAR
Bridge Sentence:
A)
B)
C)
D)
Someone who is fastidious is very particular.
fanatical : enthusiastic
edible : delicious
adamant : opposed
manipulative : masterful
_____________________________________.
5) EXONERATION : RELEASE
A)
B)
C)
D)
examination : accusation
death : execution
governor : pardon
conviction : sentencing
6) CLAY : MALLEABLE
A)
B)
C)
D)
profanity : censored
acceleration : quick
animosity : unwarranted
chicanery : dishonest
7) PRISTINE : DAMAGED
A)
B)
C)
D)
ruined : annihilated
didactic : instructive
inconspicuous : stealthy
paramount : unimportant
8) FETTER : RESTRAINT
A)
B)
C)
D)
dichotomy : division
school : seminary
parasite : assistant
follicle : hair
9) MAP : ATLAS
A)
B)
C)
D)
appendage : body
reprimand : insult
typhoon : hurricane
beast : creature
10) DIFFIDENT : CONFIDENCE
A)
B)
C)
D)
infertile : family
incorrigible : punishment
rash : audacity
deceitful : honesty
Bridge Sentence:
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Bridge Sentence:
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Bridge Sentence:
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Bridge Sentence:
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Bridge Sentence:
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Bridge Sentence:
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● Word Pair Analogies 6
low-advanced level (SAT)
Directions: Choose the pair of words that
best express a relationship similar to that
of the original pair. Then write the bridge
sentence(s) to the right.
A finger is part of a hand.
A leaf is part of a tree.
Name________________
Date________________
Example:
Bridge Type: Lack
#) UNDERQUALIFIED : CREDENTIALS
A)
B)
C)
D)
tentative : doubt
tenacious : determination
lackluster : enthusiasm
epicurean : appreciation
Bridge Type: Function
1) CLAIRVOYANT : PREDICT
A)
B)
C)
D)
crustacean : swim
patron : support
prodigy : learn
savant : teach
Bridge Sentence:
The function of a clairvoyant is to predict.
The function of a __________ is to
__________.
Bridge Type: Characteristic
2) DIRGE : MOURNFUL
A)
B)
C)
D)
tree : deciduous
degenerate : racist
lawyer : diplomatic
parody : amusing
Bridge Sentence:
A characteristic of a dirge to be mournful.
A characteristic of a __________ is to be
__________.
Bridge Type: Type/Kind
3) BOURGEOISIE : CLASS
A)
B)
C)
D)
commission : wage
mortgage : insurance
disciple : leader
smorgasbord : buffet
Bridge Sentence:
A bourgeoisie is a type of class.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Type/Kind
4) MENAGERIE : ANIMALS
A)
B)
C)
D)
troupe : theaters
harem : concubines
vernacular : dictionaries
wardrobe : furniture
Bridge Sentence:
A menagerie is a collection of animals.
_____________________________________.
5) BOW : BOAT
A)
B)
C)
D)
word : lexicon
compliment : friendship
seaman : battleship
henchman : villain
6) MISER : PARSIMONIOUS
A)
B)
C)
D)
humanitarian : mortal
misanthrope : antagonistic
doctor : hospitable
mercenary : greedy
7) PROSAIC : EXCITING
A)
B)
C)
D)
clandestine : overt
mendacious : untrue
militaristic : aggressive
nuanced : detailed
8) INFALLIBLE : ERROR
A)
B)
C)
D)
inebriated : sobriety
obstinate : acceptance
polytheistic : salvation
pusillanimous : fear
9) VACUOUS : INTELLIGENCE
A)
B)
C)
D)
vapid : liveliness
quixotic : chivalry
requisite : necessity
entertaining : excitement
10) PARTISAN : BIASED
A)
B)
C)
D)
rivulet : powerful
spinster : unmarried
savage : classy
proletarian : socialist
Bridge Sentence:
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Bridge Sentence:
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Bridge Sentence:
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Bridge Sentence:
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Bridge Sentence:
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Bridge Sentence:
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● Word Pair Analogies 7
low-advanced level (SAT)
Directions: Choose the pair of words that
best express a relationship similar to that
of the original pair. Then write the bridge
sentence(s) to the right.
A finger is part of a hand.
A leaf is part of a tree.
Name________________
Date________________
Example:
Bridge Type: Lack
#) UNDERQUALIFIED : CREDENTIALS
A)
B)
C)
D)
tentative : doubt
tenacious : determination
lackluster : enthusiasm
epicurean : appreciation
Bridge Type: Part to Whole
1) INITIAL : ACRONYM
A)
B)
C)
D)
homophone : definition
newspaper : perspective
stanza : poem
cornucopia : harvest
Bridge Sentence:
An initial is part of an acronym.
A __________ is part of a __________.
Bridge Type: Degree
2) METICULOUS : CAREFUL
A)
B)
C)
D)
ascetic : frugal
knowledgeable : informative
malignant : cancerous
artificial : genuine
Bridge Sentence:
Someone who is meticulous is very careful.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Type: Characteristic
3) INGENUE : NAIVE
A)
B)
C)
D)
witness : judgmental
slur : pejorative
epitaph : deceased
feline : feminine
4) HAMLET : VILLAGE
A)
B)
C)
D)
fallacy : lie
formula : milk
simile : comparison
pesticide : crop
Bridge Sentence:
A characteristic of an ingénue is to be naive.
_____________________________________.
Bridge Sentence:
_____________________________________.
_____________________________________.
5) FRIVOLOUS : GRAVE
A)
B)
C)
D)
astute : clever
pitiless : callous
sensitive : tactful
frugal : extravagant
6) PERCEPTIVE : NOTICE
A)
B)
C)
D)
apprehensive : doubt
maternal : coddle
versatile : adapt
guilty : resent
7) SOPHOMORIC : MATURITY
A)
B)
C)
D)
circumspect : attention
capricious : impulse
prudent : wisdom
venal : integrity
8) DISPARAGE : ENCOURAGE
A)
B)
C)
D)
venerate : desecrate
diverge : distract
purloin : steal
defy : reject
9) SMORGASBORD : FOODS
A)
B)
C)
D)
anthology : passages
almanac : books
disparity : crimes
massacre : soldiers
10) CAPILLARY : VESSEL
A)
B)
C)
D)
concubine : spouse
tabernacle : sanctuary
pedestrian : sidewalk
vignette : theater
Bridge Sentence:
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Bridge Sentence:
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Bridge Sentence:
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● Word Pair Analogies 8
low-advanced level (SAT)
Directions: Choose the pair of words that
best express a relationship similar to that
of the original pair. Then write the bridge
sentence(s) to the right.
A finger is part of a hand.
A leaf is part of a tree.
Name________________
Date________________
Example:
Bridge Type: Lack
#) UNDERQUALIFIED : CREDENTIALS
A)
B)
C)
D)
tentative : doubt
tenacious : determination
lackluster : enthusiasm
epicurean : appreciation
Bridge Type: Function
1) GALLEON : SAIL
A)
B)
C)
D)
masterpiece : create
quarantine : isolate
neurologist : think
nominee : vote
Bridge Sentence:
The function of a galleon is to sail.
_____________________________________
Bridge Type: Definition (Antonyms)
2) MISOGYNIST : FEMINIST
A)
B)
C)
D)
modicum : abundance
reflection : inversion
priory : convent
consequence : action
3) PARISHIONER : CHURCH
A)
B)
C)
D)
rant : soliloquy
lament : testimony
opera : aria
constituent : district
4) INSURGENT : REBELLIOUS
A)
B)
C)
D)
garrison : garrulous
rivalry : amicable
stereotype : oversimplified
voice : monotonous
Bridge Sentence:
The opposite of a misogynist is a feminist.
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Bridge Sentence:
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Bridge Sentence:
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Bridge Sentence:
5) EPIDERMIS : SKIN
A)
B)
C)
D)
hypotenuse : triangle
procedure : method
supplicant : lender
transmission : radio
6) QUANDARY : UNCERTAINTY
A)
B)
C)
D)
treachery : forgiveness
crime : wrongdoing
coupon : redemption
government : triumvirate
7) COLLOQUIAL : FORMAL
A)
B)
C)
D)
unbecoming : improper
resilient : persistent
perpendicular : angled
intermittent : continuous
8) SPY : ESPIONAGE
A)
B)
C)
D)
manufacturer : production
principal : tutelage
clergyman : divinity
warden : prisoners
9) INSOMNIAC : SLEEP
A)
B)
C)
D)
punishment : penance
innuendo : interpretation
stoic : emotion
counterfeit : falsity
10) VOLATILE : UNSTABLE
A)
B)
C)
D)
scholarly : erudite
persnickety : picky
entertaining : jovial
important : momentous
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Bridge Sentence:
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Bridge Sentence:
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● Word Pair Analogies 9
low-advanced level (SAT)
Directions: Choose the pair of words that
best express a relationship similar to that
of the original pair. Then write the bridge
sentence(s) to the right.
A finger is part of a hand.
A leaf is part of a tree.
1) BELLICOSE : AGGRESSIVE
A)
B)
C)
D)
reputable : shady
aromatic : unscented
corporeal : imagined
irksome : annoying
2) REBUTTAL : REFUTE
A)
B)
C)
D)
convulsion : shudder
message : inform
emporium : purchase
henchman : lead
3) MUTINOUS : COMPLIANT
A)
B)
C)
D)
nebulous : distinct
heinous : awful
laborious : toilsome
nominal : trivial
4) RANT : BOMBASTIC
A)
B)
C)
D)
recluse : friendly
bard : talkative
conflagration : disastrous
obelisk : mysterious
Name________________
Date________________
Example:
Bridge Type: Lack
#) UNDERQUALIFIED : CREDENTIALS
A)
B)
C)
D)
tentative : doubt
tenacious : determination
lackluster : enthusiasm
epicurean : appreciation
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By definition, something that is bellicose is
aggressive.
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5) CASTLE : EDIFICE
A)
B)
C)
D)
objective : task
profiteer : mercenary
subpoena : summons
trilogy : sequel
6) VOLUMINOUS : LARGE
A)
B)
C)
D)
ravenous : hungry
separable : divisible
sinuous : straight
lustrous : golden
7) NEGLIGENCE : CARELESSNESS
A)
B)
C)
D)
stone : lithograph
jubilation : anniversary
bigotry : friendship
admiration : reverence
8) SHEPHERD : DOG
A)
B)
C)
D)
marsupial : kangaroo
whelp : dragon
albatross : bird
hornet : bee
9) IRRATIONAL : REASON
A)
B)
C)
D)
voluble : fluency
irreproachable : flaws
eclectic : versatility
nefarious : sin
10) SENATOR : LEGISLATURE
A)
B)
C)
D)
palisade : resort
battleship : armada
predator : wolf
introvert : personality
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● Word Pair Analogies 10
low-advanced level (SAT)
Directions: Choose the pair of words that
best express a relationship similar to that
of the original pair. Then write the bridge
sentence(s) to the right.
A finger is part of a hand.
A leaf is part of a tree.
1) EXTROVERT : GREGARIOUS
A)
B)
C)
D)
jingoist : nationalistic
judge: deciduous
philanthropist : amorous
businessman : shrewd
2) SUSPECT : CREDIBILITY
A)
B)
C)
D)
dubious : discussion
conventional : novelty
controversial : evidence
mountainous : elevation
3) PLATFORM : POLICIES
A)
B)
C)
D)
slaughterhouse : meat
congregation : churches
hierarchy : rulers
medley : songs
4) AIMLESS : DIRECTION
A)
B)
C)
D)
wary : trust
pathetic : dignity
lazy : health
silly : comedy
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Bridge Type: Lack
#) UNDERQUALIFIED : CREDENTIALS
A)
B)
C)
D)
tentative : doubt
tenacious : determination
lackluster : enthusiasm
epicurean : appreciation
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5) MARATHON : ENDURANCE
A)
B)
C)
D)
tournament : judges
examination : knowledge
revolution : ideology
disaster : piety
6) EMACIATED : THIN
A)
B)
C)
D)
peripatetic : mobile
quarrelsome : agreeable
meticulous : careful
insubordinate : obedient
7) INFAMY : REPUTATION
A)
B)
C)
D)
compassion : virtue
pain : agony
emancipation : proclamation
sediment : dirt
8) JURISPRUDENCE : LAW
A)
B)
C)
D)
linguistics : language
botany : animals
literacy : letters
astrology : space
9) APATHETIC : ZEAL
A)
B)
C)
D)
righteous : judgment
secular : belief
unapologetic : remorse
impressionable : youth
10) AVARICE : GENEROSITY
A)
B)
C)
D)
tenacity : determination
jeopardy : security
territorialism : land
retaliation : revenge
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● Word Pair Analogies Answer Key (low-advanced level)(SAT)
Worksheet 1
1) A
A characteristic of a bigot is to be
prejudiced.
2) B
The function of a lampoon is to mock.
3) C
A characteristic of a maze is to be
labyrinthine.
4) D
Credible is the opposite of dubious.
5) A
Something that is preeminent is very
important.
6) B
Treason is an offense against a state.
7) C
Someone who is haughty lacks humility.
8) D
Resignation is the opposite of denial.
9) A
A nod is an expression of acquiescence.
10) C
A diatribe is a type of speech.
A laceration is a type of injury.
Worksheet 2
1) D
Someone who is longwinded lacks
brevity.
2) C
Agoraphobia is the fear of crowds.
3) B
A characteristic of a braggart is to be
boastful.
4) A
To revere is the opposite of to denigrate.
5) B
A page is part of a tome.
6) A
A decathlon is a type of competition.
7) C
An archaeologist makes sense of
hieroglyphics.
8) C
To laud means to praise.
9) D
The purpose of a decoy is to deceive.
The purpose of a bulwark is to protect.
10) A
Larceny is a type of crime.
Bureaucracy is a type of administration.
Worksheet 3
1) B
A philanthropist supports a charity.
2) D
The function of a lobbyist is to persuade.
3) C
Something that is sacrosanct is very sacred.
4) B
Impartiality is the opposite of bias.
5) A
A characteristic of a prince is to be opulent.
6) D
By definition, something that is trivial is
negligible.
7) B
A pictograph is a type of symbol.
8) C
The function of a precept is to provide
guidance.
The function of an alibi is to provide
defense.
9) C
A trinket lacks value.
A fool lacks sagacity.
10) C
A characteristic of a euphemism is to be
polite.
A characteristic of an expletive is to be
vulgar.
Worksheet 4
1) A
A lummox lacks grace.
2) C
The function of a deterrent is to dissuade.
3) A
A putsch drives out government.
4) D
A characteristic of a palace is to be ornate.
5) C
Destitute is the opposite of affluent.
6) C
Something that is bloodthirsty is very
violent.
7) C
A caucus is a type of meeting.
A paleontologist is a type of scientist.
8) D
Someone who is indigent is poor.
Someone who is sanctimonious is
hypocritical.
9) B
Something that is impromptu lacks
rehearsal.
Something that is perpetual lacks
cessation.
10) B
A maelstrom is a type of storm.
An analgesic is a type of painkiller.
Worksheet 5
1) B
A characteristic of a virtuoso is to be
skilled.
2) B
A mallet is used to strike.
3) C
Someone who is pretentious lacks
modesty.
4) A
Someone who is fanatical is very
enthusiastic.
5) D
Exoneration leads to a prisoner’s release.
Conviction leads to a prisoner’s sentencing.
6) D
A characteristic of clay is to be malleable.
A characteristic of chicanery is to be
dishonest.
7) D
Pristine is the opposite of damaged.
Paramount is the opposite of unimportant.
8) A
A fetter is a type of restraint.
A dichotomy is a type of division.
9) A
A map is part of an atlas.
An appendage is part of a body.
10) D
Someone who is diffident lacks confidence.
Someone who is deceitful lacks honesty.
Worksheet 6
1) B
The function of a patron is to support.
2) D
A characteristic of a parody is to be
amusing.
3) D
A smorgasbord is a type of buffet.
4) B
A harem is a collection of concubines.
5) A
A bow is part of a ship.
A word is part of a lexicon.
6) B
A characteristic of a miser is to be
parsimonious.
A characteristic of a misanthrope is to
be antagonistic.
7) A
Prosaic is the opposite of exciting.
Clandestine is the opposite of overt.
8) A
Someone who is infallible lacks error.
Someone who is inebriated lacks sobriety.
9) A
Someone who is vacuous lacks intelligence.
Someone who is vapid lacks liveliness.
10) B
A characteristic of a partisan is to be biased.
A characteristic of a spinster is to be
unmarried.
Worksheet 7
1) C
A stanza is part of a poem.
2) A
Someone who is ascetic is used to frugal.
3) B
A characteristic of a slur is to be pejorative.
4) C
A hamlet is a type of village.
A simile is a type of comparison.
5) D
Frivolous is the opposite of grave.
Frugal is the opposite of extravagant.
6) C
Someone who is perceptive tends to notice.
Someone who is versatile tends to adapt.
7) D
Someone who is sophomoric lacks
maturity.
Someone who is venal lacks integrity.
8) A
The opposite of to disparage is to
encourage.
The opposite of to venerate is to desecrate.
9) A
A smorgasbord is made up of foods.
An anthology is made up of passages.
10) B
A capillary is a type of vessel.
A tabernacle is a type of sanctuary.
Worksheet 8
1) B
The function of a quarantine is to
isolate.
2) A
The opposite of a modicum is an
abundance.
3) D
A parishioner is part of a church.
A constituent is part of a district.
4) C
A characteristic of an insurgent is to be
rebellious.
A characteristic of a stereotype is to be
oversimplified.
5) A
An epidermis is part of a skin.
A hypotenuse is part of a triangle.
6) B
A quandary is characterized by uncertainty.
A crime is characterized by wrongdoing.
7) D
Colloquial is the opposite of formal.
Intermittent is the opposite of continuous.
8) A
The function of a spy is to carry out
espionage.
The function of a manufacturer is to carry
out production.
9) C
An insomniac lacks sleep.
A stoic lacks emotion.
10) B
Someone who is volatile is very unstable.
Someone who is persnickety is very picky.
Worksheet 9
1) D
By definition, something that is irksome
is annoying.
2) B
A rebuttal is used to refute.
A message is used to inform.
3) A
The opposite of mutinous is compliant.
The opposite of nebulous is distinct.
4) C
A characteristic of a rant is to be bombastic.
A characteristic of a conflagration is to be
disastrous.
5) C
A castle is a type of edifice.
A subpoena is a type of summons.
6) A
Someone who is voluminous is very large.
Someone who is ravenous is very hungry.
7) D
Negligence is synonymous with
carelessness.
Admiration is synonymous with reverence.
8) C
A shepherd is a type of dog.
An albatross is a type of bird.
9) B
Someone who is irrational lacks reason.
Someone who is irreproachable lacks
flaws.
10) B
A senator is part of a legislature.
A battleship is part of an armada.
Worksheet 10
1) A
A characteristic of an extrovert is to be
gregarious.
A characteristic of a jingoist is to be
nationalistic.
2) B
Something that is suspect lacks credibility.
Something that is suspect lacks credibility.
3) D
A platform is made up of policies.
A medley is made up of songs.
4) A
Someone who is aimless lacks direction.
Someone who is wary lacks trust.
5) B
A marathon tests one’s endurance.
An examination tests one’s knowledge.
6) C
Someone who is emaciated is very thin.
Someone who is meticulous is very careful.
7) A
Infamy is a type of reputation.
Compassion is a type of virtue.
8) A
Jurisprudence is the study of law.
Linguistics is the study of language.
9) C
Someone who is apathetic lacks zeal.
Someone who is unapologetic lacks
remorse.
10) B
The opposite of avarice is generosity.
The opposite of jeopardy is security.