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Example Question #1053 : Isee Lower Level (Grades 5 6) Verbal Reasoning
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
PRISTINE
Comparable
Princesslike
Untouched
Gentlemanly
Untouched
The word "pristine" means untouched. The best choice is "untouched" because it is a part of the definition of "pristine." Considering the other choices, "princesslike" means having the characteristics of a princess, "gentlemanly" means having the characteristics of a gentleman or polite, and "comparable" means able to be compared.
Example Question #695 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
MURKY
Shiny
Painted
Cold
Clear
Gloomy
Gloomy
"Murky" is an adjective that means very dark or foggy or not completely understood; so, we need to pick out an answer choice that means something like foggy or not understood. "Gloomy" means dark and depressing, so "gloomy" is the answer choice closest in meaning to "murky" and the correct answer.
Example Question #1 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Appearance And Sensory Imagery
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
AUDIBLE
Loud and clear
Understood
Self-propelled
Deaf
Loud and clear
The word "audible" means able to be heard. "Loud and clear" is the best choice as it not only means able to be heard, but also is the only choice that refers to something that can be heard.
Example Question #5 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Appearance And Sensory Imagery
Synonyms: Choose the answer that most closely matches the word in capital letters.
AUDIBLE
Able to be touched
Able to be heard
Able to be seen
Able to be tasted
Able to be eaten
Able to be heard
"Audible" means able to be heard. To further help you, able to be seen can be expressed using the word “visible.” Able to be eaten can be expressed using the word “edible.”
Example Question #1054 : Isee Lower Level (Grades 5 6) Verbal Reasoning
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
TANGIBLE
Tasty
Audible
Scented
Visible
Touchable
Touchable
"Tangible" means able to be physically felt or touched, so "touchable" is the correct answer.
Example Question #441 : Synonyms: Adjectives
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
DELECTABLE
Putrid
Unpalatable
Disgusting
Delicious
Delicious
"Delectable" and "delicious" are synonyms, each meaning pleasant-tasting. "Unpalatable," "disgusting," and "putrid" are antonyms, or opposites, of "delectable" and "delicious."
Example Question #1051 : Synonyms
Synonyms: Choose the answer that most closely matches the word in capital letters.
VIVID
Mediocre
Colorful
Intermediate
Approximate
Amateur
Colorful
Something that is "vivid" is very colorful or noticeable. To further help you, "intermediate" means middle level, medium; "mediocre" means average or not very good; "approximate" means guess.
Example Question #1055 : Isee Lower Level (Grades 5 6) Verbal Reasoning
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
HOARSE
Artistic
Raspy
Smooth
Mountainous
Raspy
Don't get this word confused with "horse," the animal! "Hoarse" means raspy or rough-sounding, especially when describing someone's voice. You've probably had a hoarse voice after getting a sore throat. "Smooth" means even or free of bumps; "artistic" means talented at art or creative activities, and "mountainous" refers to areas of land and means containing mountains.
Example Question #1053 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
FRIGID
Straight
Different
Snow
Cold
Solid
Cold
"Frigid" means very chilly or cold. Therefore, the best synonym for "frigid" is "cold." While "snow" is cold, it is a noun, and does not mean the same thing as "frigid." "Different," "straight," and "solid" are each unrelated to the word "frigid." Therefore, "cold" is the best answer.
Example Question #1052 : Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the word whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
RANCID
Rotten
Edible
Obnoxious
Aged
Rotten
The word "rancid" originally comes from the Latin for "stinking." This is still reflected in the strict sense of the word, for "rancid" generally is used to describe food that has taken on a bad odor or taste because it is old. While this might mean that the food is merely stale, generally speaking, a bad taste only happens because of rotting or something of the like. Therefore, among the options provided, the best answer is "rotten," which most likely describes food that is rancid. Do not be tricked by the word "obnoxious." In a sense, something that is rancid is obnoxious, in that an obnoxious thing is unpleasant (as is something rancid). Still, "obnoxious" is very general in its meaning, whereas rancid applies to something food-related. Therefore, "rotten" is a better answer.
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