All ISEE Middle Level Verbal Resources
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Example Question #81 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
VOCIFEROUS
Clamorous
Volume
Iron
Clam
Clamorous
"Vociferous" means loud. The best choice is "clamorous," as it shares the same definition as "vociferous." Considering the other options, an "iron" is a device used to remove the wrinkles from clothing, "volume" refers to a book that makes up part of a specific collection of books or written works, and a "clam" is a type of bivalve mollusk.
Example Question #82 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
SAGACIOUS
Gassy
Wise
Genuine
Droopy
Wise
The word "sagacious" means wise. The best choice is "wise" as it is a part of the definition of "sagacious." Considering the other choices, "droopy" means hanging down or sagging, "gassy" means full of gas, and "genuine" means authentic or real.
Example Question #83 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
VOCIFEROUS
Incorrect
Repugnant
Loud
Quiet
Correct
Loud
"Vociferous" means loud and vocal, so "loud" is the correct answer. To help you, "vociferous" is an antonym of "quiet." Finally, "repugnant" means gross or deeply unpleasant.
Example Question #791 : Synonyms
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
NEGLIGENT
Careless
Unconfident
Needy
Angry
Moody
Careless
"Negligent" means lacking caution, or "careless."
Example Question #84 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Synonyms: Select the word or phrase that best matches the word in capital letters.
HOSPITABLE
Diabolical
Unkind
Welcoming
Excessive
Itinerant
Welcoming
"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 #85 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
MAGNANIMOUS
Thrifty
Magnetic
Benevolent
Big
Benevolent
"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 #86 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
OBSEQUIOUS
Disrespectful
Obedient
Sequester
Objective
Obedient
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 #87 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
DIFFIDENT
Shy
Bold
Determined
Charming
Jealous
Shy
Someone who is "diffident" is very shy and lacking in self-confidence, so "shy" is the correct answer.
Example Question #88 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Synonyms: Choose the answer that most closely matches the word in capital letters.
BEATIFIC
Pure
Impure
Considerate
Demonic
Cerebral
Pure
“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 #89 : Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Personality Traits
Synonyms: Select the one word or phrase whose meaning is closest to the word in capital letters.
COURTEOUS
Arrogant
Naive
Trivial
Culpable
Well-mannered
Well-mannered
"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.
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