ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 243912 Results

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1 Accentuate most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
inviolable
discern
highlight
unscrupulous

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 discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."

2 The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters.
49% Answer Correctly
recrimination
humble
nurture
aerate

Solution
The definition for demean is "To lower status." Used in a sentence: The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters. The definition for aerate is "to supply with air.", the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."

3 Pretense most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
clairvoyance
absolve
cover
celebrated

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 absolve is "to forgive; to free from guilt.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception."

4 Darren dreaded carpooling with the egotist Shelly, who talked about herself nonstop.
55% Answer Correctly
appalling
derelict
accentuate
blowhard

Solution
The definition for egotist is "Self–important person." Used in a sentence: Darren dreaded carpooling with the egotist Shelly, who talked about herself nonstop. The definition for appalling is "inspiring dismay or disgust.", the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize.", and the definition for derelict is "Abandoned."

5 Garish most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
pallid
gaudy
hedonism
punctual

Solution
The definition for garish is "Offensively bright." Used in a sentence: The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors. The definition for pallid is "lacking color.", the definition for punctual is "On time.", and the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life."