ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 592076 Results

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1 Jason, a notorious gossip, was a conduit for information about his friends.
62% Answer Correctly
retroactive
induce
channel
finite

Solution
The definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing." Used in a sentence: Jason, a notorious gossip, was a conduit for information about his friends. The definition for finite is "having definite limits.", the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", and the definition for induce is "To influence or cause."

2 Prominence most nearly means:
57% Answer Correctly
eloquent
appraise
renown
turmoil

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The definition for prominence is "Importance." Used in a sentence: The singer's prominence ensured that the concert would sell out. The definition for eloquent is "fluent, expressive.", the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation.", and the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of."

3 Clarity most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
raucous
fidelity
lucidity
placebo

Solution
The definition for clarity is "Clearness." Used in a sentence: The refreshing water in the mountain stream was remarkable for its clarity. The definition for placebo is "an inactive substance used in medical testing.", the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy.", and the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful."

4 Promote most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
fragile
advance
scamper
recrimination

Solution
The definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of." Used in a sentence: The promote peace, the diplomat hosted a talk between the warring nations. The definition for fragile is "delicate.", the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation.", and the definition for scamper is "To run quickly."

5 Penurious most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
methodical
rail
facade
frugal

Solution
The definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy." Used in a sentence: Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity. The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language."