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 #81 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

VOCIFEROUS

Possible Answers:

Volume

Clam

Iron

Clamorous

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 #82 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

SAGACIOUS

Possible Answers:

Wise

Gassy

Genuine

Droopy

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 #83 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

VOCIFEROUS

Possible Answers:

Quiet

Correct

Incorrect

Repugnant

Loud

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 #181 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

HOSPITABLE

Possible Answers:

Excessive

Unkind 

Welcoming 

Itinerant 

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 #182 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

MAGNANIMOUS

Possible Answers:

Big

Benevolent

Thrifty

Magnetic

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 #183 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

OBSEQUIOUS

Possible Answers:

Disrespectful

Objective

Sequester

Obedient

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 #184 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

DIFFIDENT

Possible Answers:

Jealous 

Charming 

Shy 

Determined 

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 #185 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

BEATIFIC

Possible Answers:

Pure

Demonic

Impure 

Cerebral

Considerate 

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 #186 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

COURTEOUS

Possible Answers:

Culpable

Well-mannered

Trivial

Naive

Arrogant

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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