All ISEE Middle Level Verbal Resources
Example Questions
Example Question #441 : Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
FINESSE
Approval
Dedication
Optimism
Refinement
Originality
Refinement
Finesse means refinement or a polished way of speaking or acting, so "refinement" is the correct answer.
Example Question #442 : Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
METTLE
Fleet
Novice
Timidity
Courage
Iron
Courage
"Mettle" is defined as strength of spirit, so "courage" is the best match. "Timidity," which means lack of courage, is the opposite.
Example Question #443 : Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
CALAMITY
Hoax
Competence
Frenzy
Boon
Catastrophe
Catastrophe
"Calamity" is defined as catastrophe or disaster, so the best choice would be "catastrophe." "Boon," which means benefit or blessing, is an opposite.
Example Question #444 : Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
MANDATE
Chronicle
Breach
Decree
Day
Decree
A "mandate" is an order. The best choice is "decree" because it shares the same meaning. Considering the other choices, "day" is the period of time during which the sun is above the horizon, a "chronicle" is a record of events from start to finish, and "breach," when used as a noun, means an act of breaking a rule or agreement or a gap in a wall.
Example Question #445 : Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
AUDIO
Sound
Audacious
Audience
Wise
Sound
"Audio" is another word for sound. "Sound" is the best choice because it is a part of the definition of "audio." Considering the other options, an "audience" is a group of people who are watching or listening to a particular event, "audacious" means daring or reckless, and "wise" means characterized by having knowledge and good judgement.
Example Question #446 : Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
PARITY
Problem
Part
Equality
Parched
Equality
The word "parity" means equality. "Equality" is the best choice as it is a part of the meaning of "parity." Considering the other options, "part" means a piece of something larger, a "problem" is a difficulty or a question to be solved, and "parched" means excessively dry or very thirsty.
Example Question #447 : Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
OBLOQUY
Quiz
Local
Censure
Oblivious
Censure
An "obloquy" is abusive language aimed at a person or thing. The best choice is "censure," as it shares the same definition as "obloquy." Considering the other choices, "quiz" means an examination or test, "local" means having to do with or originating in a particular area, and "oblivious" means unknowing.
Example Question #448 : Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
EPIDEMIC
Outbreak
Widespread
Harm
Illness
Disaster
Outbreak
An "epidemic" is a widespread outbreak of a certain disease. Therefore, "outbreak" is the word most similar in meaning to "epidemic."
Example Question #449 : Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
ENIGMA
Evil
Frustration
Problem
Surprise
Mystery
Mystery
An "enigma" is a mystery or puzzle. For example, one might write, "No one is sure whether Bigfoot actually exists: it is quite the enigma." So, "mystery" is the correct answer.
Example Question #450 : Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
AMBIANCE
Stark
Atmosphere
Opulence
Intelligence
Virtuoso
Atmosphere
"Ambiance" means the atmosphere of a place. So for example, one might say, “The quiet café had such a peaceful, serene ambiance.” So, because "atmosphere" is the answer choice closest in meaning to "ambiance," "atmosphere" is the correct answer. To help you, "opulence" means wealth and luxury, a "virtuoso" is someone who is highly skilled at something, often to do with music, and "stark" means barren, harsh, or bleak.