ISEE Lower Level Verbal : Identifying Synonyms

Study concepts, example questions & explanations for ISEE Lower Level Verbal

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Example Questions

Example Question #110 : Synonyms: Adjectives

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

ANNUAL

Possible Answers:

Weekly

Timely

Biweekly

Yearly

Monthly

Correct answer:

Yearly

Explanation:

"Annual" comes from the Latin word for year, so it makes sense that "annual" means happening yearly. This means that "yearly" is the correct answer. Something that happens “biweekly” happens every two weeks, as the prefix "bi-" means two, and "timely" means well-timed and convenient.

Example Question #451 : Isee Lower Level (Grades 5 6) Verbal Reasoning

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

INEVITABLE

Possible Answers:

Incredible

Unpredictable

Unavoidable

Uncaring

Unpleasant

Correct answer:

Unavoidable

Explanation:

"Inevitable" means unable to be avoided or definitely bound to happen. "Unavoidable" is therefore the word choice that matches the definition. "Unpredictable," "unpleasant," and "incredible" are all unrelated to the definition. 

Example Question #452 : Isee Lower Level (Grades 5 6) Verbal Reasoning

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

TIMELY

Possible Answers:

Convenient

Voracious

Late

Measured

Unpredictable

Correct answer:

Convenient

Explanation:

"Timely" is defined as done or occurring at a favorable or useful time. The best answer choice is "convenient," which means fitting in well with a person's schedule.

Example Question #453 : Isee Lower Level (Grades 5 6) Verbal Reasoning

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

RAPID

Possible Answers:

Quick

Short

Impatient

Amazing

Tiny

Correct answer:

Quick

Explanation:

When something is rapid, it moves quickly. Although this kind of movement might make for a "short time" or a "tiny amount of time," these kinds of expressions are not quite correct as synonyms. The word "rapid" has to deal with swiftness of speed. Thus, the word "quick" is the best option among those given.

Example Question #454 : Isee Lower Level (Grades 5 6) Verbal Reasoning

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

SLITHER

Possible Answers:

Proceed

Crawl

Walk

Move

Delay

Correct answer:

Crawl

Explanation:

You almost certainly know that the movement of a snake is called "slithering." While this kind of movement is not "crawling" in the way that a human baby crawls, it is a slow movement that is very close to the ground. For this reason, "crawl" can be an acceptable synonym. Since there are no better options, this is the correct choice for this question.

Example Question #455 : Isee Lower Level (Grades 5 6) Verbal Reasoning

Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.

PROMPT

Possible Answers:

Regular

Rapid

Legal

Helpful

Joyful

Correct answer:

Rapid

Explanation:

When we describe someone's action as being "prompt," we are saying that it is speedy or quick. Perhaps you have heard your parents say that the service at a restaurant or store is "prompt." This means that it is quick and without delay. The word "rapid" means "quick," so it is the best option for a synonym.

Example Question #456 : Isee Lower Level (Grades 5 6) Verbal Reasoning

What is a synonym for temporarily?

Possible Answers:

amazingly

incredibly

instantly

briefly

regularly

Correct answer:

briefly

Explanation:

Whenever something is temporary, it exists only for a limited amount of time.  For example, if there is a temporary increase of school work, this means that the work is only going to be increased for a limited period of time.  Another example of something "temporary" would be a particular food item that is only available during a particular time of the year.  It is only available temporarily.  Such things are only around for a brief time, so the adverb "briefly" is a good synonym.

Example Question #1 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Location, Context, Order, And Direction

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

CONVENTIONAL

Possible Answers:

Abnormal

Ridiculous

Bizarre

Absurd

Usual

Correct answer:

Usual

Explanation:

Conventional means traditional, normal, or usual. To further help you, the other four answer choices are all antonyms of conventional because they have the opposite meaning. Abnormal means not normal; absurd, bizarre and ridiculous all mean very weird

Example Question #2 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Location, Context, Order, And Direction

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

AFFILIATED

Possible Answers:

Antagonist 

Protagonist 

Narrator 

Separated

Partnered 

Correct answer:

Partnered 

Explanation:

"Affiliated" means connected to or partnered with. To further help, you, the "protagonist" is the hero of the story; the "antagonist" is the villain of the story; "narrator" means storyteller

Example Question #3 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Location, Context, Order, And Direction

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

DISTANT

Possible Answers:

Blend

Combine

Nearby 

Far away 

Separate

Correct answer:

Far away 

Explanation:

"Distant" means far away or aloof. To further help you, "blend" means mix together or combine; "separate" means not connected or not combined when used as an adjective and pull apart when used as a verb. "Separate" is an antonym of "combine" and "blend."

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