ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 215689 Results

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1 Embellish most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
adorn
implausible
placebo
appalling

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 appalling is "inspiring dismay or disgust.", the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable.", and the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing."

2 Pretense most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
turmoil
cover
oblivious
surplus

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 turmoil is "extreme confusion, agitation.", the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness.", and the definition for surplus is "Excess."

3 The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes.
90% Answer Correctly
nearness
prominence
rancorous
fickle

Solution
The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. The definition for prominence is "importance.", the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable.", and the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will."

4 Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself.
76% Answer Correctly
genial
buffoonery
excuse
benefactor

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 benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly.", and the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior."

5 Serenity most nearly means:
86% Answer Correctly
peace
awe
ramble
prominence

Solution
The definition for serenity is "Calmness." Used in a sentence: The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm. The definition for prominence is "importance.", the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language.", and the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder."