ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 307031 Results

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1 Cunning most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
buffoonery
finite
crafty
nurture

Solution
The definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight." Used in a sentence: The general devised a cunning strategy to outfox the enemy. The definition for nurture is "to further the development of.", the definition for finite is "Having definite limits.", and the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior."

2 Compulsion most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
stealth
raspy
drub
urge

Solution
The definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse." Used in a sentence: Tamar, a shoe fanatic, could not resist the compulsion to buy the shiny red boots. The definition for drub is "to defeat decisively.", the definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed.", and the definition for raspy is "rough, grating."

3 Sociable most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
inflammatory
equitable
untenable
genial

Solution
The definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship." Used in a sentence: The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation. The definition for inflammatory is "tending to excite anger.", the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended.", and the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal."

4 The promote peace, the diplomat hosted a talk between the warring nations.
80% Answer Correctly
foil
onset
advance
implausible

Solution
The definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of." Used in a sentence: The promote peace, the diplomat hosted a talk between the warring nations. The definition for implausible is "unbelievable.", the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast.", and the definition for onset is "Beginning."

5 Nurture most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
foster
lurid
extenuating
drab

Solution
The definition for nurture is "To further the development of." Used in a sentence: Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens. The definition for lurid is "causing horror, shocking.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous."