ISEE Middle Level Verbal : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #187 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

DIFFIDENT

Possible Answers:

Efficacious

Timid

Talkative

Brisk

Correct answer:

Timid

Explanation:

The adjective "diffident" describes a person who is shy or reserved due to a lack of comfort around other people. "Brisk" means fast, or crisp when referring to weather, so that choice can be eliminated immediately. "Efficacious" is synonymous with effective, which is unrelated in meaning to "diffident." Finally, a "talkative" person is clearly not shy or reserved. "Timid," which implies shyness, low self-confidence, and nervousness around others, is the best choice here.

Example Question #188 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

LOQUACIOUS

Possible Answers:

Egregious

Crazy

Excitable

Talkative

Warm

Correct answer:

Talkative

Explanation:

"Loquacious" is an adjective that means "tending to talk a great deal; talkative." So, because "talkative" is the only answer choice that is close in meaning to "loquacious," "talkative" is the correct answer.

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.

REPUGNANT

Possible Answers:

Attractive

Disgusting

Detailed

Inappropriate

Correct answer:

Disgusting

Explanation:

The word "repugnant" means extremely offensive. The best choice is "disgusting," as it shares the same definition as "repugnant."

Example Question #189 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

INEPT

Possible Answers:

Incompetent

Capable

Intent

Attentive

Correct answer:

Incompetent

Explanation:

The word "inept" means lacking skill or intelligence. The best choice is "incompetent," which also means lacking skill or intelligence. Considering the other choices, "capable" is an antonym of "inept" and means having skill or ability, "intent" means determined when used as an adjective and purpose when used as a nounand "attentive" means paying attention or observant.

Example Question #191 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

PRECOCIOUS

Possible Answers:

Penitent 

Forgiving 

Wizened 

Gifted 

Talkative 

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 #192 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

INEPT

Possible Answers:

Variegated 

Akin 

Accord 

Incompetent 

Desperate 

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 #193 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

OBNOXIOUS

Possible Answers:

Obsolete

Cruel 

Stupid 

Annoying 

 

Mean 

Correct answer:

Annoying 

 

Explanation:

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

Example Question #194 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

DISTINGUISHED

Possible Answers:

Unique

Renowned

Attractive

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 #195 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

INTREPID

Possible Answers:

Neglectful

Fearless

Neutral

Judicial

Coy

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 #196 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

UNCOUTH

Possible Answers:

Unraveled

Disproved

Uncovered

Barbaric

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.

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