ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 112431 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.20
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1 Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself.
76% Answer Correctly
egotist
excuse
grandiose
exalt

Solution
The definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable." Used in a sentence: Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for egotist is "Self–important person.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."

2 Sheila, who could not resist bragging, flaunted the "A" marked on her test paper.
64% Answer Correctly
redouble
discern
induce
parade

Solution
The definition for flaunt is "To display showily." Used in a sentence: Sheila, who could not resist bragging, flaunted the "A" marked on her test paper. The definition for induce is "to influence or cause.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great."

3 Hedonism most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
untenable
lurid
sensualism
anthology

Solution
The definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life." Used in a sentence: The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall. The definition for anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended.", and the definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking."

4 Jason, a notorious gossip, was a conduit for information about his friends.
61% Answer Correctly
channel
trove
lenient
untenable

Solution
The definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing." Used in a sentence: Jason, a notorious gossip, was a conduit for information about his friends. The definition for untenable is "not able to be defended.", the definition for trove is "Valuable collection.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."

5 Samir's incisive leadership made him the natural choice for president of the company.
58% Answer Correctly
keen
immoderate
meticulous
appalling

Solution
The definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive." Used in a sentence: Samir's incisive leadership made him the natural choice for president of the company. The definition for appalling is "inspiring dismay or disgust.", the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits.", and the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details."