ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 524586 Results

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1 The fairy godmother flourished her wand and turned the pumpkin into a carriage.
64% Answer Correctly
brandish
clarity
diffident
precept

Solution
The definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures." Used in a sentence: The fairy godmother flourished her wand and turned the pumpkin into a carriage. The definition for diffident is "lacking self–confidence.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for clarity is "Clearness."

2 The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation.
56% Answer Correctly
solace
turmoil
genial
incisive

Solution
The definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship." Used in a sentence: The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation. The definition for solace is "source of consolation.", the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive.", and the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation."

3 Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director.
66% Answer Correctly
indecorous
living
inviolable
aesthete

Solution
The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for aesthete is "person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty.", the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass.", and the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste."

4 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
disconcert
obnoxious
pretentious
curtail

Solution
The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for curtail is "to make less.", the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive.", and the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion."

5 Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben.
75% Answer Correctly
advantageous
buffer
systematic
fragile

Solution
The definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner." Used in a sentence: Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben. The definition for buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage.", and the definition for fragile is "Delicate."