ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 209444 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.49
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1 Futile most nearly means:
79% Answer Correctly
intricate
hopeless
condone
promote

Solution
The definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective." Used in a sentence: Arguing with Andrew is futile because he never changes his mind. The definition for promote is "to contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts.", and the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable."

2 The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value.
86% Answer Correctly
defect
anthology
combative
pallid

Solution
The definition for flaw is "An imperfection." Used in a sentence: The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value. The definition for combative is "eager to fight.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for pallid is "Lacking color."

3 Grandiose most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
conduit
pretentious
heinous
deferment

Solution
The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for heinous is "shockingly evil.", the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing.", and the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying."

4 Negate most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
inauspicious
moderate
neutralize
camaraderie

Solution
The definition for negate is "To make invalid." Used in a sentence: Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false. The definition for inauspicious is "not favorable.", the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship.", and the definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average."

5 Duplicity most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
demeanor
penurious
aerate
deceit

Solution
The definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action." Used in a sentence: The life of an undercover detective is filed with necessary duplicity. The definition for penurious is "extrememly stingy.", the definition for aerate is "To supply with air.", and the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others."