ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 404641 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.72
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1 Adversary most nearly means:
84% Answer Correctly
duplicity
opponent
facade
aesthete

Solution
The definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists." Used in a sentence: Franklin hoped to defeat his adversary in the afternoon's tennis match. The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action.", and the definition for aesthete is "Person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty."

2 Sociable most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
fragile
genial
beneficial
diffident

Solution
The definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship." Used in a sentence: The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation. The definition for beneficial is "helpful.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for fragile is "Delicate."

3 Flaw most nearly means:
86% Answer Correctly
defect
serenity
rehash
clarity

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 serenity is "calmness.", the definition for clarity is "Clearness.", and the definition for rehash is "To discuss again."

4 Claudia's implausible excuse failed to convince her teacher.
76% Answer Correctly
improbable
insinuate
demean
egotist

Solution
The definition for implausible is "Unbelievable." Used in a sentence: Claudia's implausible excuse failed to convince her teacher. The definition for insinuate is "to suggest indirectly.", the definition for egotist is "Self–important person.", and the definition for demean is "To lower status."

5 Cunning most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
ethical
crafty
moderate
incumbent

Solution
The definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight." Used in a sentence: The general devised a cunning strategy to outfox the enemy. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average.", and the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility."