ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 338965 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.57
Score 0% 71%

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1 Polarize most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
divide
dubious
derivative
condone

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 dubious is "questionable.", the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality.", and the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable."

2 The manager asked the obnoxious diner to leave the restaurant.
55% Answer Correctly
civility
objectionable
plaudits
conduit

Solution
The definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive." Used in a sentence: The manager asked the obnoxious diner to leave the restaurant. The definition for conduit is "means for transmitting or distributing.", the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval.", and the definition for civility is "Politeness."

3 Accessible most nearly means:
88% Answer Correctly
approachable
indecorous
precept
augment

Solution
The definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach." Used in a sentence: The introduction to the complex novel was, thankfully, written in clear accessible language. The definition for indecorous is "in bad taste.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for augment is "To make greater."

4 Drub most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
accessible
augment
extant
beat

Solution
The definition for drub is "To defeat decisively." Used in a sentence: The powerful young boxer drubbed the longtime champion. The definition for accessible is "easy to reach or to approach.", the definition for augment is "To make greater.", and the definition for extant is "Currently existing."

5 Clarity most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
stifle
stern
censure
lucidity

Solution
The definition for clarity is "Clearness." Used in a sentence: The refreshing water in the mountain stream was remarkable for its clarity. The definition for censure is "to find fault with.", the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage.", and the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe."