ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 395025 Results

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1 The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value.
86% Answer Correctly
rancorous
polarize
defect
exasperation

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 polarize is "to break up into opposing groups.", the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will.", and the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated."

2 The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm.
86% Answer Correctly
ethical
heed
peace
precept

Solution
The definition for serenity is "Calmness." Used in a sentence: The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for heed is "To pay attention to."

3 Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework.
50% Answer Correctly
altruistic
periodic
incidental
iridescent

Solution
The definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful." Used in a sentence: Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework. The definition for iridescent is "having a lustrous or attractivve quality.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for incidental is "Minor."

4 The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche.
71% Answer Correctly
cunning
camaraderie
incite
nurture

Solution
The definition for induce is "To influence or cause." Used in a sentence: The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche. The definition for camaraderie is "spirit of friendship.", the definition for nurture is "To further the development of.", and the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight."

5 Fraud most nearly means:
77% Answer Correctly
proximity
compulsion
deceit
penurious

Solution
The definition for fraud is "Trick." Used in a sentence: The con man's fraud involved selling swampland to gullible investors. The definition for compulsion is "an irresistible impulse.", the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."