ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 127806 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.48
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1 Polarize most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
untenable
procrastinate
divide
pallid

Solution
The definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups." Used in a sentence: Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise. The definition for untenable is "not able to be defended.", the definition for pallid is "Lacking color.", and the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally."

2 Recrimination most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
melee
counterclaim
derivative
inauspicious

Solution
The definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation." Used in a sentence: Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination. The definition for inauspicious is "not favorable.", the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality.", and the definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people."

3 The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation.
55% Answer Correctly
ploy
futile
genial
drab

Solution
The definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship." Used in a sentence: The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation. The definition for drab is "dull, monotonous.", the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan.", and the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective."

4 Mandate most nearly means:
89% Answer Correctly
naive
impenitent
revoke
command

Solution
The definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something." Used in a sentence: Martha reluctantly obeyed the mandate to vacate her apartment. The definition for impenitent is "lacking remorse.", the definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom.", and the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back."

5 Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill.
67% Answer Correctly
prudent
gargantuan
repel
handicap

Solution
The definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage." Used in a sentence: Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill. The definition for repel is "to resist, reject.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd."