ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 575430 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.41
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1 Polarize most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
corrosive
negate
augment
divide

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 augment is "to make greater.", the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic.", and the definition for negate is "To make invalid."

2 Corroborate most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
verify
preclude
implausible
duplicity

Solution
The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. The definition for implausible is "unbelievable.", the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance.", and the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action."

3 Pallid most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
exasperation
stealth
pale
beneficial

Solution
The definition for pallid is "Lacking color." Used in a sentence: The nurse was worried by the patient's pallid face and shallow breathing. The definition for stealth is "the act of moving secretly or unnoticed.", the definition for beneficial is "Helpful.", and the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated."

4 The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry.
59% Answer Correctly
heinous
caustic
commemorate
sociable

Solution
The definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic." Used in a sentence: The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry. The definition for heinous is "shockingly evil.", the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship.", and the definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony."

5 The supple leather coat draped like soft cloth around her shoulders.
54% Answer Correctly
pliant
disdain
oblivious
duplicity

Solution
The definition for supple is "Flexible." Used in a sentence: The supple leather coat draped like soft cloth around her shoulders. The definition for disdain is "feeling of contempt.", the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness.", and the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action."