ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 297455 Results

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1 The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value.
86% Answer Correctly
turmoil
exception
defect
unscrupulous

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 exception is "a case to which the rule does not apply.", the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation.", and the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles."

2 Impenitent most nearly means:
47% Answer Correctly
ethical
mediate
benefactor
obdurate

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The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for mediate is "to come between parties in order to reconcile.", the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."

3 Hedonism most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
ploy
benevolent
sensualism
corrective

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The definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life." Used in a sentence: The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall. The definition for ploy is "a contrived plan.", the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."

4 Colossal most nearly means:
85% Answer Correctly
periodic
gigantic
buffer
authoritarian

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The definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous." Used in a sentence: After pushing with all his might, Frank realized he could never move the colossal boulder. The definition for buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority."

5 The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces.
80% Answer Correctly
augment
collection
corrective
facade

Solution
The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for corrective is "intended to correct.", the definition for augment is "To make greater.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."