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 #21 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Quantity, And Variety

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

UNCONVENTIONAL

Possible Answers:

complex

untraditional 

subtle

impractical

ancient

Correct answer:

untraditional 

Explanation:

Something that is "unconventional" is outside the norm and tradition. You can figure this out by considering the component parts of the word: "un-," a negative prefix, and "conventional," which means following typical norms and traditionalSomething that is "nontraditional" is different from traditional practices. Again, this word's prefix sheds light on its meaning: "non-," a negative prefix is attached to "traditional," making "nontraditional" mean the opposite of "traditional." Something different from common practice is outside the norm. Therefore, "nontraditional" is the best synonym for "unconventional."

Example Question #22 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Quantity, And Variety

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

COPIOUS

Possible Answers:

generous

distasteful

excessive

careful

incredible

Correct answer:

excessive

Explanation:

"Copious" means to be excessive or overflowing. "Excessive" means existing in a quantity totaling much more than is needed. Therefore, "excessive" is the best synonym of "copious." A tempting wrong answer choice is "generous" because people who have copious amounts of something may tend to be generous with sharing that thing. However, "generous" is not a synonym of "copious."

Example Question #23 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Quantity, And Variety

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

NUMEROUS

Possible Answers:

Quantitative

Numbered

Serious

Mathematical

Copious

Correct answer:

Copious

Explanation:

"Numerous" means existing in a great quantity, so "copious," which means existing in a large amount, is the correct answer.

Example Question #24 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Quantity, And Variety

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

FINITE

Possible Answers:

Humane

Fixed

Livid

Pertinent

Illicit

Correct answer:

Fixed

Explanation:

"Finite" means limited or fixed in terms of quantity, so "fixed" is the correct answer. "Pertinent" means relevant or appropriate for a specific matter. "Humane" means compassionate, sympathetic, or showing feelings and emotion. "Illicit" means unlawful or illegal. "Livid" means very angry.

Example Question #25 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Quantity, And Variety

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

MYRIAD

Possible Answers:

Median

Countless

Bias

Shiny

Correct answer:

Countless

Explanation:

The word "myriad" means great in number. The best choice is "countless" because it means too great in number to count or very great in number. Considering the other choices, "shiny" means reflecting a lot of light, "bias" means preference, and "median" means the middle. 

Example Question #31 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Quantity, And Variety

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

REDUNDANT

Possible Answers:

Daring

Accepting

Rhetorical

Exclusive

Repetitive

Correct answer:

Repetitive

Explanation:

Things that are "redundant" are characterized by unnecessary repetition, so "repetitive" is the answer choice closest in meaning to "redundant" and the correct answer. 

Example Question #357 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

REPLETE

Possible Answers:

Full

Reduce

Reject

Polite

Correct answer:

Full

Explanation:

The word "replete" means abundant or full. The best choice is "full" because it is a part of the definition of "replete." 

Example Question #32 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Quantity, And Variety

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

PROLIFIC

Possible Answers:

Small

Scripted

Rich

Broken

Correct answer:

Rich

Explanation:

The word "prolific" means incredibly productive or existing in large quantities. The best choice is "copious" because "copious" also means existing in large quantities. Considering the other choices, "scripted" means planned, "small" means not great in size, and "broken" means reduced to fragments or not able to function as normal.

Example Question #33 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Quantity, And Variety

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

SUPERFLUOUS

Possible Answers:

Loose 

Description 

Significant

Redundant

Impediment

Correct answer:

Redundant

Explanation:

Something that is “superfluous” is redundant or not needed. To provide further help, “significant” means important; an “impediment” is an obstacle; “loose” means movable, not tight; a “description” is an account or an explanation of something.

Example Question #34 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Quantity, And Variety

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

EGREGIOUS

Possible Answers:

Considerable

Lofty

Desirable

Limber

Appalling

Correct answer:

Appalling

Explanation:

“Egregious” means dreadful, terrible, or "appalling." As for the other answer choices, “desirable” means desired or wanted; “lofty” means proud, tall, or high-minded; "considerable" means notable or significant; and "limber" means nimble and flexible.

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