ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 507332 Results

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Questions 5 5
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1 Polarize most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
genial
serenity
divide
punctual

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 genial is "sympathetic, friendly.", the definition for serenity is "Calmness.", and the definition for punctual is "On time."

2 Opportune most nearly means:
64% Answer Correctly
propitious
methodical
gruff
meticulous

Solution
The definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient." Used in a sentence: Quan stepped onto the platform at the most opportune time, just as the train pulled in. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech."

3 The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense.
78% Answer Correctly
avian
merciful
revoke
celebrated

Solution
The definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant." Used in a sentence: The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense. The definition for revoke is "to cancel by taking back.", the definition for avian is "Relating to birds.", and the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected."

4 Archaic most nearly means:
69% Answer Correctly
antiquated
untenable
obnoxious
aesthete

Solution
The definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time." Used in a sentence: In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic. The definition for untenable is "not able to be defended.", the definition for aesthete is "Person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty.", and the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive."

5 Epitaph most nearly means:
63% Answer Correctly
diffident
composed
antidote
inscription

Solution
The definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person." Used in a sentence: "Beloved by all,"" was the epitaph Edgar chose for his wife's tombstone. The definition for composed is "calm.", the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts.", and the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence."