ISEE Middle Level Verbal : Synonyms: Adjectives and Adverbs

Study concepts, example questions & explanations for ISEE Middle Level Verbal

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Example Questions

Example Question #91 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

PRECOCIOUS

Possible Answers:

Gifted 

Talkative 

Forgiving 

Wizened 

Penitent 

Correct answer:

Gifted 

Explanation:

The word "precocious" is used to describe someone who is very young, gifted and talented. So, "gifted" is the correct answer. To help you, "wizened" means old and wrinkly, and "penitent" means sorry for having done wrong and seeking forgiveness.

Example Question #92 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

INEPT

Possible Answers:

Accord 

Incompetent 

Variegated 

Desperate 

Akin 

Correct answer:

Incompetent 

Explanation:

"Inept" means lacking skill, so "incompetent" is the best correct answer. To help you, "akin" means similar to, "accord" means agreement, "desperate" means overwhelmed with urgency and anxiety, and "variegated" means diverse, showing many different colors.

Example Question #93 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

OBNOXIOUS

Possible Answers:

Annoying 

 

Obsolete

Mean 

Stupid 

Cruel 

Correct answer:

Annoying 

 

Explanation:

"Obnoxious" means annoying or irritating, so "annoying" is the correct answer.

Example Question #94 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

DISTINGUISHED

Possible Answers:

Attractive

Renowned

Unique

Different

Divisive 

Correct answer:

Renowned

Explanation:

"Distinguished" means commanding respect or authority, which is also the definition of "renowned." So, "renowned" is the synonym.

Example Question #95 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

INTREPID

Possible Answers:

Neglectful

Judicial

Coy

Fearless

Neutral

Correct answer:

Fearless

Explanation:

"Intrepid" means fearless or unafraid, so "fearless" is the correct answer. "Coy" means shy or modest in a flirtatious way. "Judicial" means related to a judge, court, or law. "Neglectful" means not careful or attentive. "Neutral" means impartial or not taking sides.

Example Question #96 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

UNCOUTH

Possible Answers:

Barbaric

Unraveled

Disproved

Uncovered

Correct answer:

Barbaric

Explanation:

"Uncouth" means uncivilized. The best choice is "barbaric," which means primitive and not at all sophisticated. Considering the other choices, "unraveled" refers to string or yarn that was once stored in a ball and means came undone from being in a ball of string-like material into disorganized loose string-like material, "disproved" means found to be untrue, and "uncovered" means revealed.

Example Question #101 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

PROFICIENT

Possible Answers:

Cautious

Reliable

Lucid

Competent

Flimsy

Correct answer:

Competent

Explanation:

"Proficient" means skilled or competent, so "competent" is the correct answer. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "proficient": "flimsy" means fragile and easily broken; "reliable" means dependable; "lucid" means clearly explained; and "cautious" means careful and risk-averse.

Example Question #102 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

INDOLENT

Possible Answers:

Spry

Lethargic

Alert

Gay

Vivacious

Correct answer:

Lethargic

Explanation:

"Indolent" means tending to avoid exertion, and "lethargic" means lacking energy or sluggish. These two similar definitions make the words synonyms. 

Example Question #103 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

DILIGENT

Possible Answers:

Perilous

Considerate

Lucid

Praiseworthy

Attentive

Correct answer:

Attentive

Explanation:

"Diligent" is an adjective that means putting forth constant effort to accomplish something or persistent. The best choice is "attentive" because it has a similar meaning—putting much effort into caring for something or someone. Considering the other choices, "praiseworthy" means deserving praise"lucid" means easily understood, "considerate" means thinking of others' feelings, and "perilous" means dangerous.

Example Question #104 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

SUBMISSIVE

Possible Answers:

Meager

Combative

Stingy

Docile

Remote

Correct answer:

Docile

Explanation:

"Submissive" means docile or obedient to others, so "docile" is the correct answer. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "submissive": "combative" means aggressive and inclined to fight; "meager" means inadequate or insufficient; "remote" means at a great distance or away from the cities or populated areas; and "stingy" means cheap or not inclined to spend money.

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