Free ISEE synonyms practice, flashcard-style vocabulary study in four levels, and timed practice tests — plus plain-English guides to the exam.
Everything works in the browser — or take it with you in the iSEE Vocab app.
Find out where you stand, learn the words, and understand the exam itself.
Timed Verbal Reasoning practice — synonyms and sentence completion, in the ISEE's own four-option format. Pick your level and take 7 questions or a full 20.
Take a practice test →Over 4,000 words across four levels. Every word you study gets its own page: definition, meaning in four languages, pronunciation, example sentence, synonyms and practice questions.
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Read the guides →Synonyms are half of the ISEE's Verbal Reasoning section: one word, four choices, pick the closest meaning. With 20 minutes for 34 to 40 questions — about 30 seconds each — the words have to be known on sight. Try two real items from our practice bank:
Choose the word that is closest in meaning to “abate” in the sentence: The storm began to abate, allowing the team to continue their journey.
B — diminish. “Abate” means to become less or weaker — the storm died down. Study “abate” →
Which of the following words is closest in meaning to “abide”?
B — comply. To “abide by” a rule is to accept it and act on it — to comply. Study “abide” →
Three ways to practice synonyms here:
Pick a level and a meaning language and you study one word at a time, flashcard-style: definition, pronunciation, example sentences, synonyms and a practice question. Mark a word Mastered and move on — progress is saved in your browser, no account needed. Short sessions (up to 30 words) keep it a daily habit rather than a cram.
Want spaced repetition and progress synced across devices? The free iSEE Vocab app uses the same word bank: iOS · Android
ISEE Prep is Woodlogos' free study section for the Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE) and the SSAT. Everything here is open — no account, no paywall — and built on the same word bank and question bank as our app.
iSEE Vocab: Efficient Learning is the companion app. Built around science-backed spaced repetition, it adapts to each learner's pace, syncs progress across devices, and turns vocabulary prep into a focused, measurable daily habit.
Pick a language for word meanings, choose your level, and start practicing right in your browser — no download required.
Everything you need to build vocabulary the smart way.
Smart scheduling surfaces words right before you forget them.
Practice exams that adjust difficulty based on your performance.
Definitions, pronunciations, example sentences, and memory aids for every word.
Charts and streaks keep you motivated and on track.
Gentle nudges to maintain a consistent study habit.
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Content is organized by difficulty so students can build a strong foundation before tackling advanced vocabulary.
What each level tests, with sample words: Primary Level vocabulary · Lower Level vocabulary · Middle Level vocabulary · Upper Level vocabulary
Synonym questions are half of the ISEE's Verbal Reasoning section. Each gives one word — sometimes inside a short sentence — and four answer choices; you pick the choice closest in meaning. Verbal Reasoning allows 20 minutes for 34 to 40 questions, about 30 seconds each, so the words have to be known on sight rather than worked out.
Take a timed ISEE practice test at your level — the synonym items use the exam's four-option format and every answer is explained. Then study the words you missed: each word page gives the definition, synonyms, example sentences and its own synonym question.
Yes. Choose a level (Basic, Lower, Middle or Upper) and a meaning language above and you study one word at a time, flashcard-style: definition, pronunciation, example sentences, synonyms and a practice question. Mark a word Mastered to move on; progress is saved in your browser, with no account needed. The free iSEE Vocab app adds spaced repetition and syncs across devices.
Match the ISEE level: Lower Level for students applying to grades 5–6, Middle Level for grades 7–8, and Upper Level for grades 9–12. Basic covers foundation words below the Lower Level and is a good start for younger or newer readers. See the guides for how levels and scoring work.
