All ISEE Middle Level Verbal Resources
Example Questions
Example Question #506 : Synonyms
A synonym of "condolence" is __________.
compassion
indifference
mentor
pardon
severity
compassion
"Condolence" is a noun that is usually used in its plural form and means "an expression of sympathy, especially on the occasion of a death." So, we need to pick out an answer that means something like "an expression or sympathy." "Indifference," then, cannot be the correct answer because "indifference" is a noun that can mean "lack of interest, concern, or sympathy," making it an antonym, not a synonym, of "condolence." "Compassion," however, is a noun that can mean "sympathetic pity and concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others," and because "compassion" is the answer choice closest in meaning to "condolence," "compassion" is the correct answer.
Example Question #507 : Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
INTUITION
Entrapment
Instinct
Daze
Latitude
Reason
Instinct
"Intuition" is defined as the power of knowing something immediately without conscious reasoning. The best match for this is "instict," which means innate knowledge.
Example Question #508 : Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
ADJUNCT
Addition
Junk
Division
Juncture
Addition
An "adjunct" is something that is added on to something that already exists. The best choice is "addition" because something that is an "adjunct" is an "addition" to something else. Considering the other choices, a "division" is a separation, "junk" is something of little value or things of little value, and a "juncture" is a point at which two things are joined.
Example Question #148 : Identifying Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
PROPOSAL
Trek
Suggestion
Salute
Subtle
Standard
Suggestion
A "proposal" is also known as a suggestion, so "suggestion" is the correct answer.
Example Question #509 : Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
INCENTIVE
Motivation
Banal
Garrulous
Barrage
Insipid
Motivation
"Incentive" is motivation or the reason behind doing something, so "motivation" is the correct answer. To help you, "garrulous" means talkative, "barrage" means overwhelm with a repeated attack, and "insipid" means dull or banal.
Example Question #511 : Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
CONUNDRUM
Enlightenment
Instrument
Cusp
Enigma
Enigma
A "conundrum" is something that is very difficult to understand. The best choice is "enigma," which means a person or thing that is very difficult to understand. Considering the other choices, "instrument" means an object or tool used to perform a task, often specifically to perform music, "cusp" means edge, and "enlightenment" means the state of having gained knowledge.
Example Question #512 : Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
AVERSION
Promote
Enjoy
Retire
Suffer
Dislike
Dislike
Things that you have an "aversion" to are things that you have a dislike for, so "dislike" is the correct answer. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "aversion": "promote" means support or speak positively about; "retire" means stop working and usually receive benefits after having worked for a very long time; and "suffer" means experience pain and sadness.
Example Question #513 : Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
PROPHESY
Domicile
Prediction
Obesity
Reign
Insomniac
Prediction
A "prophesy" is a prediction or forecast of the future, so "prediction" is the correct answer. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "prophecy": "domicile" means the location at which a person lives permanently; "reign" means the period during which a ruler rules; "obesity" means the medical condition of being overweight; and "insomniac" means someone who regularly has difficulty sleeping.
Example Question #514 : Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
INCENTIVE
Compliment
Motivation
Proximity
Oration
Boundary
Motivation
"Incentive" is something that motivates or gives a person a reason to do something, so "motivation" is the correct answer. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "incentive": "proximity" means closeness or nearness; "boundary" means a line that marks the extent of a region or territory; an "oration" is a formal speech; and a "compliment" is a remark that shows admiration.
Example Question #515 : Synonyms
Select the answer choice that is closest in meaning to the word in capital letters.
DELECTABLE
Unspoken
Extraneous
Audible
Savory
Abandoned
Savory
Something that is "delectable" causes delight, often in relation to one's sense of taste. The word is a favorite of bakers in describing their pastry creations. The word is not related to the word "derelict" (abandoned or negligent).