ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 409131 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.56
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1 The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value.
86% Answer Correctly
combustion
derivative
defect
euphoria

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 derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for combustion is "Act of burning.", and the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness."

2 Immoderate most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
oblivious
excessive
epitaph
ramble

Solution
The definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits." Used in a sentence: Bob's immoderate appetite shocked the guests at the wedding banquet. The definition for oblivious is "lacking awareness.", the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language.", and the definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person."

3 Supple most nearly means:
54% Answer Correctly
conduit
pliant
straddle
penurious

Solution
The definition for supple is "Flexible." Used in a sentence: The supple leather coat draped like soft cloth around her shoulders. The definition for conduit is "means for transmitting or distributing.", the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy.", and the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides."

4 Embellish most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
serenity
adorn
aesthete
exasperation

Solution
The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for exasperation is "the state of being irritated.", the definition for aesthete is "Person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty.", and the definition for serenity is "Calmness."

5 Compulsion most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
precept
urge
brandish
intricate

Solution
The definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse." Used in a sentence: Tamar, a shoe fanatic, could not resist the compulsion to buy the shiny red boots. The definition for intricate is "having complex and interrelated parts.", the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."