ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 315555 Results

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1 Demean most nearly means:
49% Answer Correctly
composed
interminable
humble
pomp

Solution
The definition for demean is "To lower status." Used in a sentence: The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters. The definition for interminable is "never ending, or seemingly endless.", the definition for composed is "Calm.", and the definition for pomp is "Showy display."

2 Polarize most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
divide
condone
extant
futile

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 condone is "to treat as acceptable.", the definition for extant is "Currently existing.", and the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective."

3 Heinous most nearly means:
63% Answer Correctly
rhapsody
odious
derivative
inviolable

Solution
The definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil." Used in a sentence: Eduardo's heinous betrayal of Lydia shocked even Latasha, who knew his evil ways. The definition for derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."

4 Although her stomach was in knots, the actress appeared perfectly composed when she took the stage.
59% Answer Correctly
oblivious
hedonism
illuminate
serene

Solution
The definition for composed is "Calm." Used in a sentence: Although her stomach was in knots, the actress appeared perfectly composed when she took the stage. The definition for illuminate is "to make clear.", the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", and the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness."

5 The exasperated mother had finite patience for her toddler's tantrums.
86% Answer Correctly
authoritarian
limited
demean
ploy

Solution
The definition for finite is "Having definite limits." Used in a sentence: The exasperated mother had finite patience for her toddler's tantrums. The definition for ploy is "a contrived plan.", the definition for demean is "To lower status.", and the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority."