ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 231741 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.21
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1 Lurid most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
naive
mediate
gruesome
genial

Solution
The definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking." Used in a sentence: The lurid photos of the crime scene upset the jury. The definition for mediate is "to come between parties in order to reconcile.", the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly.", and the definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom."

2 The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value.
86% Answer Correctly
defect
scamper
aerate
implement

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 aerate is "to supply with air.", the definition for scamper is "To run quickly.", and the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish."

3 Extenuating most nearly means:
54% Answer Correctly
rehash
mitigating
fraud
pomp

Solution
The definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing." Used in a sentence: The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness. The definition for pomp is "showy display.", the definition for rehash is "To discuss again.", and the definition for fraud is "Trick."

4 Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right.
43% Answer Correctly
ploy
pomp
waffle
precept

Solution
The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. The definition for pomp is "showy display.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan."

5 Eloquent most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
duplicity
raspy
articulate
foil

Solution
The definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive." Used in a sentence: Kim, an eloquent speaker, was the best choice to make the presentation for the group. The definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."