Synonyms: Adjectives Describing Quality, Quantity, and Variety - ISEE Middle Level Verbal Reasoning

When we talk about "self esteem," we are referring to the sense of self-worth that a person has about himself or herself. To "esteem" something is to hold that thing in high regard. Thus, an "esteemed" thing is something that is admired by others (and perhaps, if it is a person, by himself or herself as well).

The word "banal" means lacking originality. The best choice is "unimaginative," as something that is banal is unimaginative_._

"Impeccable" is an adjective that means flawless and faultless, so the answer closest in meaning to "impeccable" is "perfect," an adjective that also means flawless. Considering the other choices, "flawed" is an adjective meaning imperfect, "distant" is an adjective meaning far or not close, and "round" is an adjective meaning circular.

"Classic" is an adjective meaning traditional or typical, so the answer choice closest in meaning to "classic" is "typical," an adjective meaning representative of a certain type. Considering the other answer choices, "unusual" is an antonym of "classic" and means abnormal or not typical, "irritating" means annoying, and "extraordinary" means beyond what is normal.

"Standard," when used as an adjective, means normal, regular, or ordinary, so the answer choice closest in meaning to "standard" is "common," an adjective meaning ordinary. Considering the other answer choices, "fake" is an adjective meaning not real or not authentic, "original" is an adjective meaning new and fresh, and "desperate" is an adjective meaning having little hope.

Something that is “superfluous” is redundant or not needed. To provide further help, “significant” means important; an “impediment” is an obstacle; “loose” means movable, not tight; a “description” is an account or an explanation of something.

"Sufficient" is an adjective meaning adequate, so the answer choice closest in meaning to "sufficient" is "enough," an adjective meaning of a necessary or more than necessary amount. Considering the other answer choices, "wasteful" is an adjective meaning consuming uselessly, "tasty" is an adjective meaning delicious, and "awful' is an adjective meaning terrible.

"Scarce" means few in quantity. The word "rare" is the best choice because it means not common or infrequent. Considering the other choices, "shameless" means without shame, "gleeful" means very happy, and "spacious" means large in area.

"Ordinary" means normal or common, so "normal" is the correct answer. None of the other answer choices are close in meaning to "ordinary": "fallible" means potentially failing or making errors; "mandatory" means required or obligatory; "devout" means extremely religious; and "inevitable" means unavoidable or certain to happen.

"Pristine" means clean or pure, which is closest in meaning to "uncorrupted."

To be "bountiful" is to have plenty of something or have an "abundance" of it. "Restricted" is the antonym of abundance and indicates having a small amount. "Superb" means excellent in quality; "sufficient" means having enough; and "sparse" means having a small quantity.

"Ample" is an adjective meaning plentiful and abundant, so the answer choice closest in meaning to "ample" is "extensive," an adjective meaning thorough or spanning over a large area. Considering the other answer choices, "limited" is an adjective meaning restricted, "lacking" is an adjective meaning being without, and "beautiful" is an adjective meaning very pretty, very attractive, or aesthetically pleasant.

"Surgical" means precise, accurate. If you think about the fact that a "surgeon" needs to be precise and accurate to do their job this makes a lot of sense.

"Finite" means limited or fixed in terms of quantity, so "fixed" is the correct answer. "Pertinent" means relevant or a_ppropriate for a specific matter_. "Humane" means compassionate, sympathetic, or showing feelings and emotion. "Illicit" means unlawful or illegal. "Livid" means very angry.

The word "replete" means abundant or full. The best choice is "full" because it is a part of the definition of "replete."

The word "myriad" means great in number. The best choice is "countless" because it means too great in number to count or very great in number.Considering the other choices, "shiny" means reflecting a lot of light, "bias" means preference, and "median" means the middle.

An "exceptional" idea, person, or object is remarkable. For example, an exceptional sunset or an exceptional report card are each outstanding.

Derelict most nearly means "neglected." Something that is derelict has been abandoned or deserted. For example, "she was leery of entering the building due to its location next to the derelict lot."

The other words are all antonyms.

"Egregious" is an adjective that means "outstandingly bad; shocking," so we need to pick out an adjective that means something like "very bad" or "shocking." "Appalling," an adjective that means "very bad in a way that causes fear, shock, or disgust," is the answer choice closest in meaning to "egregious," so "appalling" is the correct answer.