ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 580531 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.31
Score 0% 66%

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1 The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness.
54% Answer Correctly
procrastinate
scamper
prominence
mitigating

Solution
The definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing." Used in a sentence: The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness. The definition for procrastinate is "to put off intentionally.", the definition for scamper is "To run quickly.", and the definition for prominence is "Importance."

2 Illuminate most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
elucidate
regale
accessible
gargantuan

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 accessible is "easy to reach or to approach.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for regale is "To amuse."

3 Nurture most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
methodical
foster
insolence
revive

Solution
The definition for nurture is "To further the development of." Used in a sentence: Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens. The definition for revive is "to bring back to life.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness."

4 Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise.
67% Answer Correctly
facade
divide
exasperation
mundane

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 mundane is "practical, ordinary.", the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", and the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated."

5 Embellish most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
adversary
illuminate
garish
adorn

Solution
The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for garish is "offensively bright.", the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists.", and the definition for illuminate is "To make clear."