ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 520157 Results

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1 Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise.
67% Answer Correctly
divide
appalling
camaraderie
archetypal

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 appalling is "inspiring dismay or disgust.", the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", and the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship."

2 Repel most nearly means:
79% Answer Correctly
repulse
awe
sociable
scamper

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The definition for repel is "To resist, reject." Used in a sentence: The soldiers made a massive charge to repel the invaders. The definition for awe is "emotion combining dread and wonder.", the definition for scamper is "To run quickly.", and the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship."

3 The defiant toddler refused to leave the park.
68% Answer Correctly
periodic
antidote
ethical
impudent

Solution
The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts.", and the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals."

4 Proximity most nearly means:
91% Answer Correctly
nearness
negate
inauspicious
egotist

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 egotist is "self–important person.", the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable.", and the definition for negate is "To make invalid."

5 Lurid most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
gruesome
insinuate
naive
embellish

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The definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking." Used in a sentence: The lurid photos of the crime scene upset the jury. The definition for naive is "lacking worldy wisdom.", the definition for embellish is "To decorate.", and the definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly."