ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 299312 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.29
Score 0% 66%

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1 Polarize most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
divide
exasperation
polarize
anthology

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 anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups.", and the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated."

2 "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client.
80% Answer Correctly
verify
comparable
proximity
pretense

Solution
The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. The definition for pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."

3 Lorraine was in rhapsody when she was accepte to the college of her dreams.
66% Answer Correctly
pomp
compulsion
surplus
ecstasy

Solution
The definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness." Used in a sentence: Lorraine was in rhapsody when she was accepte to the college of her dreams. The definition for pomp is "showy display.", the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse.", and the definition for surplus is "Excess."

4 Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels.
62% Answer Correctly
adorn
retroactive
moderate
preclude

Solution
The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for preclude is "to rule out in advance.", the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", and the definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average."

5 Exception most nearly means:
54% Answer Correctly
anomaly
pretense
disconcert
derelict

Solution
The definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply." Used in a sentence: The teacher made an exception and let Gina eat her snack in class. The definition for pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion.", and the definition for derelict is "Abandoned."