ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 561039 Results

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1 The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success.
82% Answer Correctly
duplicity
equitable
clairvoyance
medium

Solution
The definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average." Used in a sentence: The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success. The definition for clairvoyance is "ability to see things beyond ordinary perception.", the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action.", and the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal."

2 Fragile most nearly means:
87% Answer Correctly
mediate
distortion
brandish
frail

Solution
The definition for fragile is "Delicate." Used in a sentence: Jade placed the fragile vase out of reach of her rambunctious boys. The definition for mediate is "to come between parties in order to reconcile.", the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape.", and the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly."

3 Cunning most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
plaudits
scamper
demeanor
crafty

Solution
The definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight." Used in a sentence: The general devised a cunning strategy to outfox the enemy. The definition for scamper is "to run quickly.", the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."

4 Adversary most nearly means:
84% Answer Correctly
exasperation
accessible
opponent
mediate

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The definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists." Used in a sentence: Franklin hoped to defeat his adversary in the afternoon's tennis match. The definition for mediate is "to come between parties in order to reconcile.", the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach.", and the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated."

5 The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate.
71% Answer Correctly
buffoonery
detect
opportune
ethical

Solution
The definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct." Used in a sentence: The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate. The definition for buffoonery is "foolish behavior.", the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards.", and the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient."