ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 460933 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.87
Score 0% 77%

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1 Commemorate most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
flaunt
induce
observe
supple

Solution
The definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony." Used in a sentence: Each year, the Franklins commemorate their anniversary by visiting the site of their first date. The definition for induce is "to influence or cause.", the definition for flaunt is "To display showily.", and the definition for supple is "Flexible."

2 Polarize most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
promote
revive
supple
divide

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 revive is "to bring back to life.", the definition for supple is "Flexible.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

3 Fraud most nearly means:
77% Answer Correctly
deceit
archetypal
perception
archaic

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 archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time.", and the definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding."

4 The effects of the massive hurricane were catastrophic.
92% Answer Correctly
civility
extenuating
accessible
devastating

Solution
The definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune." Used in a sentence: The effects of the massive hurricane were catastrophic. The definition for civility is "politeness.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach."

5 Proximity most nearly means:
90% Answer Correctly
finite
meticulous
impenitent
nearness

Solution
The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for finite is "Having definite limits.", and the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse."