ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 430062 Results

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

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 recrimination is "a retaliatory accusation.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated."

2 Flaunt most nearly means:
64% Answer Correctly
prudent
archetypal
parade
colossal

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The definition for flaunt is "To display showily." Used in a sentence: Sheila, who could not resist bragging, flaunted the "A" marked on her test paper. The definition for colossal is "immense, enormous.", the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", and the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd."

3 Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director.
66% Answer Correctly
clairvoyance
mandate
aesthete
living

Solution
The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for mandate is "an official order or commission to do something.", the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception.", and the definition for aesthete is "Person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty."

4 Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show.
78% Answer Correctly
placebo
insolence
absolve
prompt

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The definition for punctual is "On time." Used in a sentence: Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show. The definition for absolve is "to forgive; to free from guilt.", the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing.", and the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness."

5 Absolve most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
prudent
ecstatic
illuminate
exculpate

Solution
The definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt." Used in a sentence: Marta felt greatly relieved after her mother absolved her for breaking the vase. The definition for prudent is "marked by wisdom, shrewd.", the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional.", and the definition for illuminate is "To make clear."