ISEE Middle Level Verbal : Synonyms: Adjectives and Adverbs

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

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Example Questions

Example Question #181 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

HOSPITABLE

Possible Answers:

Unkind 

Excessive

Itinerant 

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 #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:

Thrifty

Magnetic

Big

Benevolent

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:

Sequester

Objective

Obedient

Disrespectful

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:

Bold

Jealous 

Charming 

Determined 

Shy 

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

Impure 

Considerate 

Demonic

Cerebral

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:

Arrogant

Naive

Culpable

Well-mannered

Trivial

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.

Example Question #187 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

DIFFIDENT

Possible Answers:

Timid

Efficacious

Talkative

Brisk

Correct answer:

Timid

Explanation:

The adjective "diffident" describes a person who is shy or reserved due to a lack of comfort around other people. "Brisk" means fast, or crisp when referring to weather, so that choice can be eliminated immediately. "Efficacious" is synonymous with effective, which is unrelated in meaning to "diffident." Finally, a "talkative" person is clearly not shy or reserved. "Timid," which implies shyness, low self-confidence, and nervousness around others, is the best choice here.

Example Question #188 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

LOQUACIOUS

Possible Answers:

Crazy

Egregious

Excitable

Warm

Talkative

Correct answer:

Talkative

Explanation:

"Loquacious" is an adjective that means "tending to talk a great deal; talkative." So, because "talkative" is the only answer choice that is close in meaning to "loquacious," "talkative" is the correct answer.

Example Question #93 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits

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

REPUGNANT

Possible Answers:

Attractive

Detailed

Disgusting

Inappropriate

Correct answer:

Disgusting

Explanation:

The word "repugnant" means extremely offensive. The best choice is "disgusting," as it shares the same definition as "repugnant."

Example Question #189 : Synonyms: Adjectives And Adverbs

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

INEPT

Possible Answers:

Incompetent

Capable

Attentive

Intent

Correct answer:

Incompetent

Explanation:

The word "inept" means lacking skill or intelligence. The best choice is "incompetent," which also means lacking skill or intelligence. Considering the other choices, "capable" is an antonym of "inept" and means having skill or ability, "intent" means determined when used as an adjective and purpose when used as a nounand "attentive" means paying attention or observant.

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