Analogies: Degree of Intensity — Psychometric Test
Identify semantic gradations to master degree of intensity analogies.
- Exercises on semantic gradations
- Distinguish synonymy from degree of intensity
- Detailed corrections and AI tutor
- Progression adapted to your level
What is Degree of Intensity?
Degree of intensity links two words where one expresses the same idea as the other but with different intensity. For example, "happy : euphoric" or "rain : deluge".
This relationship is subtle because the words share the same semantic field but differ in their strength or magnitude.
Method for Identifying Intensity Degrees
- Place on a scale : Imagine a scale from 1 to 10. The weaker word is at the bottom, the stronger at the top. The correct pair must respect the same gap.
- Check the direction : Does the gradation go from weak to strong or vice versa? The answer must follow the same direction.
- Do not confuse with synonymy : If both words have the same intensity, it is synonymy, not degree of intensity.
Frequently asked questions
How to distinguish degree of intensity from synonymy?
Synonymy links words of equal intensity (fast/quick), while degree of intensity implies gradation (warm/burning). Ask yourself: is one stronger than the other?
What are classic examples?
Common examples: smile/laugh, walk/run, rain/storm, sad/desperate. The second word amplifies the first.
Is this type difficult?
Moderately difficult. The main challenge is not confusing it with synonymy. Regular practice on Hiku will help you distinguish them.
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