All ISEE Middle Level Verbal Resources
Example Questions
Example Question #187 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs
Synonyms: Select the word whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
DIFFIDENT
Efficacious
Timid
Talkative
Brisk
Timid
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
Egregious
Crazy
Excitable
Talkative
Warm
Talkative
"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
Attractive
Disgusting
Detailed
Inappropriate
Disgusting
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
Incompetent
Capable
Intent
Attentive
Incompetent
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 noun, and "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
Penitent
Forgiving
Wizened
Gifted
Talkative
Gifted
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
Variegated
Akin
Accord
Incompetent
Desperate
Incompetent
"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
Obsolete
Cruel
Stupid
Annoying
Mean
Annoying
"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
Unique
Renowned
Attractive
Different
Divisive
Renowned
"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
Neglectful
Fearless
Neutral
Judicial
Coy
Fearless
"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
Unraveled
Disproved
Uncovered
Barbaric
Barbaric
"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.