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 #791 : Synonyms

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

VOCIFEROUS

Possible Answers:

Iron

Clamorous

Volume

Clam

Correct answer:

Clamorous

Explanation:

"Vociferous" means loud. The best choice is "clamorous," as it shares the same definition as "vociferous." Considering the other options, an "iron" is a device used to remove the wrinkles from clothing, "volume" refers to a book that makes up part of a specific collection of books or written works, and a "clam" is a type of bivalve mollusk.

Example Question #792 : Synonyms

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

SAGACIOUS

Possible Answers:

Gassy

Genuine

Droopy

Wise

Correct answer:

Wise

Explanation:

The word "sagacious" means wise. The best choice is "wise" as it is a part of the definition of "sagacious." Considering the other choices, "droopy" means hanging down or sagging, "gassy" means full of gas, and "genuine" means authentic or real.

Example Question #793 : Synonyms

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

VOCIFEROUS

Possible Answers:

Repugnant

Quiet

Correct

Loud

Incorrect

Correct answer:

Loud

Explanation:

"Vociferous" means loud and vocal, so "loud" is the correct answer. To help you, "vociferous" is an antonym of "quiet." Finally, "repugnant" means gross or deeply unpleasant.

Example Question #84 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

NEGLIGENT

Possible Answers:

Angry 

Unconfident

Moody

Needy

Careless

Correct answer:

Careless

Explanation:

"Negligent" means lacking caution, or "careless."

Example Question #794 : Synonyms

Synonyms: Select the word or phrase that best matches the word in capital letters.

HOSPITABLE

Possible Answers:

Itinerant 

Unkind 

Excessive

Welcoming 

Diabolical 

Correct answer:

Welcoming 

Explanation:

"Hospitable" means welcoming or being a good host. To further help you, "diabolical" means evil and wicked; "excessive" means too much; "itinerant" means wandering, travelling, or nomadic

Example Question #795 : Synonyms

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

MAGNANIMOUS

Possible Answers:

Thrifty

Magnetic

Benevolent

Big

Correct answer:

Benevolent

Explanation:

"Magnanimous" means generous and forgiving others easily. The best choice is "benevolent," which shares the same meaning. Considering the other choices, "magnetic" means capable of being attracted to a magnet, "big" means great in size, and "thrifty" means not wasteful with money.

Example Question #796 : Synonyms

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

OBSEQUIOUS

Possible Answers:

Obedient

Disrespectful

Objective

Sequester

Correct answer:

Obedient

Explanation:

The word "obsequious" means overly attentive and obedient. The best choice is "obedient," because it is part of the definition of "obsequious." Considering the other choices, "sequester" means remove or separate, "objective" means not influenced by personal feelings when used as an adjective, and "disrespectful" means not showing respect for something or someone.

Example Question #797 : Synonyms

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

DIFFIDENT

Possible Answers:

Jealous 

Determined 

Shy 

Charming 

Bold

Correct answer:

Shy 

Explanation:

Someone who is "diffident" is very shy and lacking in self-confidence, so "shy" is the correct answer.

Example Question #798 : Synonyms

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

BEATIFIC

Possible Answers:

Considerate 

Pure

Cerebral

Impure 

Demonic

Correct answer:

Pure

Explanation:

“Beatific” means innocent or pure. To provide further help, “demonic” means characterized by evil or devilish behavior; “impure” means dirty, not innocent; “considerate” means kind and often thinking of others; “cerebral” means related to the brain and intelligence. A “cerebral” person is very smart.

Example Question #81 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

COURTEOUS

Possible Answers:

Arrogant

Well-mannered

Culpable

Trivial

Naive

Correct answer:

Well-mannered

Explanation:

"Courteous" means polite or well-mannered, so "well-mannered" is the correct answer. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "courteous": "culpable" means guilty or blameworthy; "trivial" means small and unimportant; "arrogant" means boastful or egotistic; and "naive" means child-like in judgement.

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