ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 59061 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.69
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1 The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value.
86% Answer Correctly
meticulous
pretentious
scapegoat
defect

Solution
The definition for flaw is "An imperfection." Used in a sentence: The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others.", and the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims."

2 Epistolary most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
insinuate
written
exception
inviolable

Solution
The definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters." Used in a sentence: The shoebox filled with letters was the ony remains of Ming's epistolary friendship with Emile. The definition for insinuate is "to suggest indirectly.", the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass.", and the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply."

3 Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself.
76% Answer Correctly
exception
grandiose
excuse
flaw

Solution
The definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable." Used in a sentence: Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself. The definition for flaw is "an imperfection.", the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur.", and the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply."

4 Doreen decided to curtail her spending after she bounced a check.
79% Answer Correctly
belated
parity
shorten
meticulous

Solution
The definition for curtail is "To make less." Used in a sentence: Doreen decided to curtail her spending after she bounced a check. The definition for belated is "past the normal or proper time.", the definition for parity is "Equality.", and the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details."

5 Solace most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
adversary
pretentious
comfort
appalling

Solution
The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for pretentious is "making unjustified claims.", the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust.", and the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists."