Verbal Reasoning

Word Meanings: Harder Words

Match formal definitions to less familiar words by using word parts and elimination.

Verbal ReasoningAge 11+40 minutes

What this topic covers

  • Restate a formal definition in simpler words
  • Use prefixes, suffixes and roots to work out the meaning of an unfamiliar option
  • Use elimination when the answer is a word not met before

Core concept summaries

Key ConceptsPut It in Your Own WordsTake the Word ApartRule Out the Rest

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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