ISEE Lower Level Verbal : Identifying Synonyms

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Example Questions

Example Question #881 : Identifying Synonyms

Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

PRISTINE

Possible Answers:

Gentlemanly

Comparable

Princesslike

Untouched

Correct answer:

Untouched

Explanation:

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 #300 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

MURKY

Possible Answers:

Clear

Gloomy

Painted

Shiny

Cold

Correct answer:

Gloomy

Explanation:

"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 #882 : Identifying Synonyms

Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

AUDIBLE

Possible Answers:

Self-propelled

Deaf

Loud and clear

Understood

Correct answer:

Loud and clear

Explanation:

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 #883 : Identifying Synonyms

Synonyms: Choose the answer that most closely matches the word in capital letters.

AUDIBLE

Possible Answers:

Able to be eaten 

Able to be touched 

Able to be heard 

Able to be seen 

Able to be tasted

Correct answer:

Able to be heard 

Explanation:

"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 #884 : Identifying Synonyms

Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

TANGIBLE

Possible Answers:

Touchable

Tasty

Scented

Audible

Visible

Correct answer:

Touchable

Explanation:

"Tangible" means able to be physically felt or touched, so "touchable" is the correct answer.

Example Question #885 : Identifying Synonyms

Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

DELECTABLE

Possible Answers:

Unpalatable

Putrid

Disgusting

Delicious

Correct answer:

Delicious

Explanation:

"Delectable" and "delicious" are synonyms, each meaning pleasant-tasting. "Unpalatable," "disgusting," and "putrid" are antonyms, or opposites, of "delectable" and "delicious."

Example Question #886 : Identifying Synonyms

Synonyms: Choose the answer that most closely matches the word in capital letters.

VIVID

Possible Answers:

Mediocre

Amateur

Intermediate

Approximate

Colorful

Correct answer:

Colorful

Explanation:

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 #887 : Identifying Synonyms

Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

HOARSE

Possible Answers:

Smooth

Artistic

Mountainous

Raspy

Correct answer:

Raspy

Explanation:

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 #888 : Identifying Synonyms

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

FRIGID

Possible Answers:

Different

Cold

Straight

Solid

Snow

Correct answer:

Cold

Explanation:

"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 #889 : Identifying Synonyms

Synonyms: Select the word whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.

RANCID

Possible Answers:

Edible

Aged

Rotten

Obnoxious

Correct answer:

Rotten

Explanation:

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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