ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 365513 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.27
Score 0% 65%

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1 Grandiose most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
pretentious
fickle
discern
polarize

Solution
The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups.", and the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable."

2 Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right.
42% Answer Correctly
waffle
frugal
fickle
implausible

Solution
The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. The definition for implausible is "unbelievable.", the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable.", and the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap."

3 Unlike her fickle friend Benji, May Belle was known for her fidelity.
84% Answer Correctly
authoritarian
untenable
impenitent
loyalty

Solution
The definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful." Used in a sentence: Unlike her fickle friend Benji, May Belle was known for her fidelity. The definition for impenitent is "lacking remorse.", the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended.", and the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority."

4 "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client.
80% Answer Correctly
advantageous
prune
penurious
verify

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 prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."

5 Flourish most nearly means:
64% Answer Correctly
eulogy
combustion
brandish
buffer

Solution
The definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures." Used in a sentence: The fairy godmother flourished her wand and turned the pumpkin into a carriage. The definition for combustion is "act of burning.", the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased.", and the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier."