ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 558238 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.41
Score 0% 68%

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1 Incidental most nearly means:
53% Answer Correctly
dubious
petty
serenity
disdain

Solution
The definition for incidental is "Minor." Used in a sentence: The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses. The definition for dubious is "questionable.", the definition for serenity is "Calmness.", and the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt."

2 Intricate most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
trove
complicated
promote
authoritarian

Solution
The definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts." Used in a sentence: The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors. The definition for authoritarian is "favoring absolute obedience to authority.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for trove is "Valuable collection."

3 Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise.
68% Answer Correctly
divide
gruff
awe
flourish

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 flourish is "to make bold, sweeping gestures.", the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech.", and the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder."

4 Her excellent lecture illuminated the complicated subject of nuclear physics.
66% Answer Correctly
elucidate
exalt
stifle
opportune

Solution
The definition for illuminate is "To make clear." Used in a sentence: Her excellent lecture illuminated the complicated subject of nuclear physics. The definition for stifle is "to repress or discourage.", the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise.", and the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient."

5 The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces.
80% Answer Correctly
collection
procrastinate
belated
apathetic

Solution
The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for apathetic is "showing little or no emotion.", the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time.", and the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally."