All ISEE Middle Level Verbal Resources
Example Questions
Example Question #31 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
DISPARATE
Parrotlike
Gregarious
Unequal
Insulting
Unequal
The word "disparate" means unequal. "Unequal" is the best choice because it is a part of the definition of "disparate." Considering the other choices, "parrotlike" means having the qualities of a parrot, "insulting" means causing offense or insult, and "gregarious" means loving the company of others.
Example Question #32 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives
Synonyms: Select the word or phrase that best matches the word in capital letters.
INERT
Miserly
Abominable
Somber
Motionless
Delectable
Motionless
"Inert" means motionless, still. To further help you, "delectable" means delicious, tasty; "miserly" means not generous; "abominable" means monstrous, offensive; "somber" means serious and sad.
Example Question #33 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
INERT
Audible
Edible
Static
Impassioned
Visible
Static
“Inert” means static or motionless, so "static" is the correct answer. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "inert": "visible" means able to be seen; "edible" means able to be eaten; "audible" means able to be heard; and "impassioned" means emotional.
Example Question #34 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
INERT
Vocal
Capable
Inept
Still
Limber
Still
"Inert" means lacking the ability or strength to move. If someone is inert, she is motionless or still.
Example Question #35 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
OBSTRUCTED
Diffusive
Hindered
Malignant
Prosperous
Wary
Hindered
If you are "obstructed," it means that you are hindered or having to deal with an obstacle in your way. So, "hindered" is the correct answer.
Example Question #36 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
EXPEDIENT
Practical
Quiet
Cautious
Pedal
Practical
"Expedient" means practical but possibly immoral. The best choice is "practical" because it is part of the definition of "expedient." Considering the other choices, a "pedal" is a lever controlled by foot in order to operate something, "cautious" means showing alertness in a dangerous situation, and "quiet" means silent or not saying much.
Example Question #1116 : Isee Middle Level (Grades 7 8) Verbal Reasoning
Synonyms: Select the word or phrase that best matches the word in capital letters.
RELUCTANT
Disinclined
Passive
Unknown
Lucrative
Reclusive
Disinclined
"Ruluctant" is defined as unwilling. This is similar to "disinclined."
Example Question #37 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
PROFOUND
Soluble
Casual
Earnest
Prepared
Limited
Earnest
"Profound" is an adjective meaning "having or showing great knowledge or understanding," "difficult to understand : requiring deep thought or wisdom," or "very strongly felt." "Earnest," which means "resulting from or showing sincere and intense conviction," is the best answer because it is closest in meaning to "very strongly felt," and none of the answer choices are at all similar in meaning to any of the definitions of "profound."
Example Question #38 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
HYPOCRITICAL
Fraudulent
Cruel
Contemplative
Ignorant
Vindictive
Fraudulent
The word "hypocritical" means insincere; this is essentially the same as "fraudulent," which means false. "Vindictive" means cruel, and "contemplative" means pensive or thinking deeply about things.
Example Question #39 : Synonyms: Other Adjectives
Synonyms: Choose the answer that most closely matches the word in capital letters.
POTENTIAL
Occupant
Refrain
Inert
Mentor
Latent
Latent
“Potential” means possible or capable of becoming real. The closest answer choice is “latent,” which means hidden, lying dormant. To provide further help, “inert” means motionless; “occupant” means resident; a “mentor” is a teacher; “refrain” means to stop doing.