ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 208163 Results

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1 Rancorous most nearly means:
63% Answer Correctly
prune
flaw
bitter
drub

Solution
The definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will." Used in a sentence: The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl. The definition for prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for flaw is "An imperfection.", and the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively."

2 The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet.
62% Answer Correctly
cover
benevolent
incongruous
periodic

Solution
The definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose." Used in a sentence: The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet. The definition for incongruous is "not harmonious, incompatible.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."

3 Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair.
76% Answer Correctly
foil
inauspicious
highlight
prune

Solution
The definition for accentuate is "To emphasize." Used in a sentence: Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair. The definition for prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."

4 Embellish most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
insolence
accommodate
demeanor
adorn

Solution
The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for demeanor is "behavior towards others.", the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to.", and the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness."

5 Clairvoyance most nearly means:
57% Answer Correctly
avian
beneficial
rail
divination

Solution
The definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception." Used in a sentence: Rosa used her clairvoyance to help Alexander find his lost keys. The definition for rail is "to scold in harsh language.", the definition for avian is "Relating to birds.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."