ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 46028 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.42
Score 0% 68%

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1 Fragile most nearly means:
87% Answer Correctly
procrastinate
clarity
nurture
frail

Solution
The definition for fragile is "Delicate." Used in a sentence: Jade placed the fragile vase out of reach of her rambunctious boys. The definition for procrastinate is "to put off intentionally.", the definition for nurture is "To further the development of.", and the definition for clarity is "Clearness."

2 Incongruous most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
inappropriate
precept
refurbish
gravity

Solution
The definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible." Used in a sentence: Sadie's cowboy hat was incongruous with her black cocktail dress. The definition for gravity is "importance, significance.", the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."

3 Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise.
68% Answer Correctly
epistolary
divide
authoritarian
drab

Solution
The definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups." Used in a sentence: Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise. The definition for epistolary is "contained or carried on in letters.", the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority.", and the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous."

4 Exception most nearly means:
54% Answer Correctly
rail
turmoil
anomaly
advantageous

Solution
The definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply." Used in a sentence: The teacher made an exception and let Gina eat her snack in class. The definition for rail is "to scold in harsh language.", the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage.", and the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation."

5 The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet.
62% Answer Correctly
cover
punctual
oblivious
extenuating

Solution
The definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose." Used in a sentence: The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness.", and the definition for punctual is "On time."