ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 367723 Results

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1 The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value.
86% Answer Correctly
exalt
extant
defect
gravity

Solution
The definition for flaw is "An imperfection." Used in a sentence: The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value. The definition for extant is "currently existing.", the definition for gravity is "Importance, significance.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."

2 Stern most nearly means:
88% Answer Correctly
civility
exasperation
strict
corrective

Solution
The definition for stern is "Harsh, severe." Used in a sentence: The stern principal canceled the prom after the seniors played a silly prank. The definition for corrective is "intended to correct.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for civility is "Politeness."

3 Inviolable most nearly means:
84% Answer Correctly
distortion
ecstatic
duplicity
untouchable

Solution
The definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass." Used in a sentence: Situated on a mountain, with sixteen–foot walls, the castle was inviolable. The definition for duplicity is "deceptive thought, speech, or action.", the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape.", and the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional."

4 The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors.
59% Answer Correctly
gaudy
ploy
hedonism
rancorous

Solution
The definition for garish is "Offensively bright." Used in a sentence: The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors. The definition for rancorous is "marked by deep ill–will.", the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", and the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan."

5 Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology.
73% Answer Correctly
insolence
absolve
meticulous
seriousness

Solution
The definition for gravity is "Importance, significance." Used in a sentence: Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology. The definition for absolve is "to forgive; to free from guilt.", the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness.", and the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details."