ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 287625 Results

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1 Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise.
67% Answer Correctly
divide
periodic
supple
celebrated

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 periodic is "occurring at regular intervals.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for supple is "Flexible."

2 Implausible most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
improbable
beneficial
appalling
eloquent

Solution
The definition for implausible is "Unbelievable." Used in a sentence: Claudia's implausible excuse failed to convince her teacher. The definition for appalling is "inspiring dismay or disgust.", the definition for beneficial is "Helpful.", and the definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive."

3 Gravity most nearly means:
73% Answer Correctly
cunning
seriousness
exalt
adversary

Solution
The definition for gravity is "Importance, significance." Used in a sentence: Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology. The definition for cunning is "showing clever insight.", the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."

4 Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral.
66% Answer Correctly
advantageous
extenuating
gargantuan
homage

Solution
The definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased." Used in a sentence: Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage.", and the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic."

5 Methodical most nearly means:
75% Answer Correctly
systematic
prominence
pretentious
distortion

Solution
The definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner." Used in a sentence: Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben. The definition for distortion is "the act of twisting out of shape.", the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims.", and the definition for prominence is "Importance."