ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 230653 Results

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1 Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise.
68% Answer Correctly
divide
colossal
buffer
precept

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 colossal is "immense, enormous.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier."

2 The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day.
53% Answer Correctly
facade
augment
grandiose
dulcet

Solution
The definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody." Used in a sentence: The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for augment is "To make greater.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."

3 The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm.
86% Answer Correctly
placebo
peace
solace
abate

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 placebo is "an inactive substance used in medical testing.", the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity.", and the definition for solace is "Source of consolation."

4 Illuminate most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
elucidate
derivative
surplus
incidental

Solution
The definition for illuminate is "To make clear." Used in a sentence: Her excellent lecture illuminated the complicated subject of nuclear physics. The definition for derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for incidental is "Minor.", and the definition for surplus is "Excess."

5 The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense.
78% Answer Correctly
negate
extant
merciful
diffident

Solution
The definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant." Used in a sentence: The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense. The definition for diffident is "lacking self–confidence.", the definition for negate is "To make invalid.", and the definition for extant is "Currently existing."