ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 247574 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.66
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1 Polarize most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
indecorous
divide
augment
demean

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 augment is "to make greater.", the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste.", and the definition for demean is "To lower status."

2 Ramble most nearly means:
72% Answer Correctly
revive
beneficial
roam
commemorate

Solution
The definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language." Used in a sentence: Professor Tan rambled during his lectures, frequently straying from the subject. The definition for beneficial is "helpful.", the definition for revive is "To bring back to life.", and the definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony."

3 Serenity most nearly means:
86% Answer Correctly
incumbent
opportune
peace
buffoonery

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 incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient.", and the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior."

4 Sheila, who could not resist bragging, flaunted the "A" marked on her test paper.
64% Answer Correctly
drab
conduit
camaraderie
parade

Solution
The definition for flaunt is "To display showily." Used in a sentence: Sheila, who could not resist bragging, flaunted the "A" marked on her test paper. The definition for camaraderie is "spirit of friendship.", the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous.", and the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing."

5 Deferment most nearly means:
75% Answer Correctly
melee
impenitent
postponement
incisive

Solution
The definition for deferment is "The act of delaying." Used in a sentence: Sybil was frustrated by the deferment of her much anticipated vacation. The definition for impenitent is "lacking remorse.", the definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people.", and the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive."