Verbal Reasoning

Closest Meaning: Stretch Vocabulary

Match synonyms among challenging words by using word parts, elimination and less common meanings.

Verbal ReasoningAge 10+40 minutes

What this topic covers

  • Use prefixes, suffixes and word roots to work out the meaning of an unfamiliar word
  • Use elimination to find the pair when one of its words is unfamiliar
  • Reject words that look or sound alike but do not share a meaning

Core concept summaries

Key ConceptsTake the Word ApartEliminate to Find the PairLook-Alikes and Rarer Meanings

Practice formats pupils may meet

NeurofiED uses varied practice to help pupils apply the idea actively, check understanding and build confidence over time.

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