Synonyms - ISEE Middle Level Verbal Reasoning
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A synonym of "paradox" is . . .
A synonym of "paradox" is . . .
A paradox is "a statement or proposition that, despite sound (or apparently sound) reasoning from acceptable premises, leads to a conclusion that seems senseless, logically unacceptable, or self-contradictory." So, neither "agreement" nor "consistency" can be a synonym of "paradox" becauase both "agreement" and "consistency" refer to things that go together well or make sense together, unlike paradoxes. "Allusion" refers to "an indirect or passing reference," so it has nothing to do with "paradox" and isn't the correct answer. "Confusion" might look like the best answer, but "contradiction" is actually the closest synonym to "paradox" because "contradiction" is defined as "a combination of statements, ideas, or features of a situation that are opposed to one another" or "a difference or disagreement between two things which means that both cannot be true." Because "contradiction" is the answer choice closest in meaning to "paradox," "contradiction" is the correct answer.
A paradox is "a statement or proposition that, despite sound (or apparently sound) reasoning from acceptable premises, leads to a conclusion that seems senseless, logically unacceptable, or self-contradictory." So, neither "agreement" nor "consistency" can be a synonym of "paradox" becauase both "agreement" and "consistency" refer to things that go together well or make sense together, unlike paradoxes. "Allusion" refers to "an indirect or passing reference," so it has nothing to do with "paradox" and isn't the correct answer. "Confusion" might look like the best answer, but "contradiction" is actually the closest synonym to "paradox" because "contradiction" is defined as "a combination of statements, ideas, or features of a situation that are opposed to one another" or "a difference or disagreement between two things which means that both cannot be true." Because "contradiction" is the answer choice closest in meaning to "paradox," "contradiction" is the correct answer.
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A synonym of "rancor" is . . .
A synonym of "rancor" is . . .
"Rancor" is a noun that means "bitterness or resentfulness, especially when long-standing." While "teasing" and "anger" both have negative connotations similar to that of "rancor," only "resentment," which means "bitter indignation at having been treated unfairly," is close in meaning to "rancor," so "resentment" is the correct answer.
"Rancor" is a noun that means "bitterness or resentfulness, especially when long-standing." While "teasing" and "anger" both have negative connotations similar to that of "rancor," only "resentment," which means "bitter indignation at having been treated unfairly," is close in meaning to "rancor," so "resentment" is the correct answer.
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ENNUI
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ENNUI
"Ennui" is a noun that means "a feeling of listlessness and dissatisfaction arising from a lack of occupation or excitement." While all of the potential answer choices refer to feelings, only "mediocrity," "terror," and "boredom" refer to negatively-connoted emotions. "Terror" is not close in meaning to "ennui," and while "mediocrity" may seem like a potentially correct answer, "boredom" is the best answer choice because it is the closest synonym of "ennui."
"Ennui" is a noun that means "a feeling of listlessness and dissatisfaction arising from a lack of occupation or excitement." While all of the potential answer choices refer to feelings, only "mediocrity," "terror," and "boredom" refer to negatively-connoted emotions. "Terror" is not close in meaning to "ennui," and while "mediocrity" may seem like a potentially correct answer, "boredom" is the best answer choice because it is the closest synonym of "ennui."
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A synonym of "parody" is .
A synonym of "parody" is .
"Parody" is a word that when used as a noun means "an imitation of the style of a particular writer, artist, or genre with deliberate exaggeration for comic effect." So, while a comedy, tragedy, book, or song might each be a parody, none of those answer choices are synonymous with parody, so none of them can be the correct answer. "Imitation," a noun meaning "a thing intended to simulate or copy something else," is the answer choice closest in meaning to "parody," so it is the correct answer.
"Parody" is a word that when used as a noun means "an imitation of the style of a particular writer, artist, or genre with deliberate exaggeration for comic effect." So, while a comedy, tragedy, book, or song might each be a parody, none of those answer choices are synonymous with parody, so none of them can be the correct answer. "Imitation," a noun meaning "a thing intended to simulate or copy something else," is the answer choice closest in meaning to "parody," so it is the correct answer.
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A synonym of "getaway" is .
A synonym of "getaway" is .
"Getaway" is a noun that means "an escape or quick departure, especially after committing a crime." So, we need to pick out an answer choice that is a noun and means something like "escape." While "flee" may look like a potentially correct answer choice because "flee" and "escape" are synonyms when both words are used as verbs, "flee" cannot be used as a noun like "escape" can, so "escape" is the correct answer because it can be used as a noun and "getaway" is a noun.
"Getaway" is a noun that means "an escape or quick departure, especially after committing a crime." So, we need to pick out an answer choice that is a noun and means something like "escape." While "flee" may look like a potentially correct answer choice because "flee" and "escape" are synonyms when both words are used as verbs, "flee" cannot be used as a noun like "escape" can, so "escape" is the correct answer because it can be used as a noun and "getaway" is a noun.
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IMPEDIMENT
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IMPEDIMENT
"Impediment" is a noun that means "a hindrance or obstruction in doing something," so we need to pick out an answer choice that means something like "obstruction." "Tool" cannot be the correct answer, then, because while one might use a tool to remove an obstruction, "tool" does not mean the same thing as "obstruction," so it cannot be the correct answer. "Obstacle," however, is an adjective that means "a thing that blocks one's way or prevents or hinders progress," and because it is the answer choice that is closest in meaning to "impediment," "obstacle" is the correct answer.
"Impediment" is a noun that means "a hindrance or obstruction in doing something," so we need to pick out an answer choice that means something like "obstruction." "Tool" cannot be the correct answer, then, because while one might use a tool to remove an obstruction, "tool" does not mean the same thing as "obstruction," so it cannot be the correct answer. "Obstacle," however, is an adjective that means "a thing that blocks one's way or prevents or hinders progress," and because it is the answer choice that is closest in meaning to "impediment," "obstacle" is the correct answer.
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A synonym of "hiatus" is .
A synonym of "hiatus" is .
"Hiatus" is a noun that means "a pause or gap in a sequence, series, or process," so we need to pick out an answer choice that means something like "a pause or gap." "Continuation," then, cannot be the correct answer, because "continuation" means "the action of carrying something on over a period of time or the process of being carried on," making it an antonym of "hiatus." "Break," however, when used as a noun, can mean "a pause in work or during an activity or event," and because "break" is the answer choice that is closest in meaning to "hiatus," "break" is the correct answer.
"Hiatus" is a noun that means "a pause or gap in a sequence, series, or process," so we need to pick out an answer choice that means something like "a pause or gap." "Continuation," then, cannot be the correct answer, because "continuation" means "the action of carrying something on over a period of time or the process of being carried on," making it an antonym of "hiatus." "Break," however, when used as a noun, can mean "a pause in work or during an activity or event," and because "break" is the answer choice that is closest in meaning to "hiatus," "break" is the correct answer.
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A synonym of "condolence" is .
A synonym of "condolence" is .
"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.
"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.
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A synonym of "mirth" is .
A synonym of "mirth" is .
"Mirth" is a noun that means "amusement, especially as expressed in laughter," so we need to pick out a noun that means something like "amusement." "Depression," then, cannot be the correct answer, because "depression" means " severe despondency and dejection, typically felt over a period of time and accompanied by feelings of hopelessness and inadequacy," making it an antonym, not a synonym, of "mirth." "Gaiety," however, is a noun that can mean "the state or quality of being lighthearted or cheerful" or "merrymaking or festivity," and because "gaiety" is the answer choice closest in meaning to "mirth," "gaiety" is the correct answer.
"Mirth" is a noun that means "amusement, especially as expressed in laughter," so we need to pick out a noun that means something like "amusement." "Depression," then, cannot be the correct answer, because "depression" means " severe despondency and dejection, typically felt over a period of time and accompanied by feelings of hopelessness and inadequacy," making it an antonym, not a synonym, of "mirth." "Gaiety," however, is a noun that can mean "the state or quality of being lighthearted or cheerful" or "merrymaking or festivity," and because "gaiety" is the answer choice closest in meaning to "mirth," "gaiety" is the correct answer.
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A synonym of "gratification" is .
A synonym of "gratification" is .
"Gratification" is a noun that can mean either "pleasure, especially when gained from the satisfaction of a desire" or "a source of pleasure." So, we need to pick out a noun that means something like "pleasure." "Disappointment," then, cannot be the correct answer, because "disappointment" means either "the feeling of sadness or displeasure caused by the nonfulfillment of one's hopes or expectations" or "a person, event, or thing that causes disappointment," making"disappointment" an antonym, not a synonym, of "gratification." "Satisfaction," however, is a noun that means "fulfillment of one's wishes, expectations, or needs, or the pleasure derived from this," and because "satisfaction" is the answer choice closest in meaning to "gratification," "satisfaction" is the correct answer.
"Gratification" is a noun that can mean either "pleasure, especially when gained from the satisfaction of a desire" or "a source of pleasure." So, we need to pick out a noun that means something like "pleasure." "Disappointment," then, cannot be the correct answer, because "disappointment" means either "the feeling of sadness or displeasure caused by the nonfulfillment of one's hopes or expectations" or "a person, event, or thing that causes disappointment," making"disappointment" an antonym, not a synonym, of "gratification." "Satisfaction," however, is a noun that means "fulfillment of one's wishes, expectations, or needs, or the pleasure derived from this," and because "satisfaction" is the answer choice closest in meaning to "gratification," "satisfaction" is the correct answer.
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A synonym of "clarification" is .
A synonym of "clarification" is .
"Clarification" is a noun that means "the action of making a statement or situation less confused and more comprehensible" or "a statement resulting from this." So, we need to pick out a noun that means something like "the action of making something more comprehensible." So, that means that "complication" cannot be the correct answer, because "complication" can mean "a circumstance that complicates something; a difficulty" or "an involved or confused condition or state," but not "the action of making something more comprehensible." "Explanation," however, is a noun that means either "a statement or account that makes something clear" or "a reason or justification given for an action or belief." Because "explanation" is the answer choice that is closest in meaning to "clarification," "explanation" is the correct answer.
"Clarification" is a noun that means "the action of making a statement or situation less confused and more comprehensible" or "a statement resulting from this." So, we need to pick out a noun that means something like "the action of making something more comprehensible." So, that means that "complication" cannot be the correct answer, because "complication" can mean "a circumstance that complicates something; a difficulty" or "an involved or confused condition or state," but not "the action of making something more comprehensible." "Explanation," however, is a noun that means either "a statement or account that makes something clear" or "a reason or justification given for an action or belief." Because "explanation" is the answer choice that is closest in meaning to "clarification," "explanation" is the correct answer.
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PERIL
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PERIL
"Peril" is an noun that means significant danger, so "danger" is the correct answer.
"Peril" is an noun that means significant danger, so "danger" is the correct answer.
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FINESSE
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FINESSE
Finesse means refinement or a polished way of speaking or acting, so "refinement" is the correct answer.
Finesse means refinement or a polished way of speaking or acting, so "refinement" is the correct answer.
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OUTING
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OUTING
An "outing" is a trip or an adventure, so "trip" is the correct answer. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "outing": "fortitude" means bravery; "lull" means a pause or break in activity; "abundance" means plentifulness or a great quantity of something; and "compensation" means payment or salary.
An "outing" is a trip or an adventure, so "trip" is the correct answer. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "outing": "fortitude" means bravery; "lull" means a pause or break in activity; "abundance" means plentifulness or a great quantity of something; and "compensation" means payment or salary.
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HOAX
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HOAX
"Hoax" is defined as an act intending to trick or deceive, so "joke" is the best match.
"Hoax" is defined as an act intending to trick or deceive, so "joke" is the best match.
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DREAD
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DREAD
"Dread" is defined as great fear, especially in the face of approaching harm, so "phobia," which means a psychological fear of something specific, is the best choice. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "dread": "contentment" means satisfaction; "captivation" means fascination or attraction; "facade" means the front face of a building or a false front or appearance; and "hoax" means a deception, often perpetrated on a large scale to fool many people or the public.
"Dread" is defined as great fear, especially in the face of approaching harm, so "phobia," which means a psychological fear of something specific, is the best choice. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "dread": "contentment" means satisfaction; "captivation" means fascination or attraction; "facade" means the front face of a building or a false front or appearance; and "hoax" means a deception, often perpetrated on a large scale to fool many people or the public.
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INTUITION
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INTUITION
"Intuition" is defined as the power of knowing something immediately without conscious reasoning. The best match for this is "instict," which means innate knowledge.
"Intuition" is defined as the power of knowing something immediately without conscious reasoning. The best match for this is "instict," which means innate knowledge.
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CALAMITY
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CALAMITY
"Calamity" is defined as catastrophe or disaster, so the best choice would be "catastrophe." "Boon," which means benefit or blessing, is an opposite.
"Calamity" is defined as catastrophe or disaster, so the best choice would be "catastrophe." "Boon," which means benefit or blessing, is an opposite.
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METTLE
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METTLE
"Mettle" is defined as strength of spirit, so "courage" is the best match. "Timidity," which means lack of courage, is the opposite.
"Mettle" is defined as strength of spirit, so "courage" is the best match. "Timidity," which means lack of courage, is the opposite.
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EPOCH
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EPOCH
"Epoch" means era or period of time, so "era" is the correct answer. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "epoch": "riddle" means a verbal puzzle; "insomnia" means a condition in which one cannot sleep; "option" means choice or alternative; and "summit" means apex or the highest point of something.
"Epoch" means era or period of time, so "era" is the correct answer. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "epoch": "riddle" means a verbal puzzle; "insomnia" means a condition in which one cannot sleep; "option" means choice or alternative; and "summit" means apex or the highest point of something.
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