ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 48089 Results

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Correct 0 3.48
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1 Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework.
50% Answer Correctly
distortion
altruistic
polarize
accentuate

Solution
The definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful." Used in a sentence: Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework. The definition for distortion is "the act of twisting out of shape.", the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups.", and the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize."

2 Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise.
68% Answer Correctly
plaudits
commemorate
divide
heinous

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 plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil.", and the definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony."

3 Indecorous most nearly means:
69% Answer Correctly
extol
vulgar
plaudits
proximity

Solution
The definition for indecorous is "In bad taste." Used in a sentence: My parents banned Chad from our house because of his indecorous behavior at dinner. The definition for extol is "to praise highly.", the definition for proximity is "Closeness.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."

4 Procrastinate most nearly means:
85% Answer Correctly
lenient
rancorous
delay
exalt

Solution
The definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally." Used in a sentence: Yvonne's father urged, "Don't procrastinate. Clean your room right away." The definition for lenient is "mild or tolerant.", the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."

5 Condone most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
excuse
buffer
raucous
untenable

Solution
The definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable." Used in a sentence: Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself. The definition for buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."