ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 59491 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.56
Score 0% 71%

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1 Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology.
74% Answer Correctly
seriousness
mediate
drub
rail

Solution
The definition for gravity is "Importance, significance." Used in a sentence: Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology. The definition for drub is "to defeat decisively.", the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language.", and the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile."

2 Illuminate most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
beneficial
egotist
gargantuan
elucidate

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 egotist is "self–important person.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."

3 The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value.
86% Answer Correctly
benefactor
cunning
extenuating
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 cunning is "showing clever insight.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."

4 Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline.
53% Answer Correctly
punctual
incisive
upbraid
clarity

Solution
The definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language." Used in a sentence: Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline. The definition for punctual is "on time.", the definition for clarity is "Clearness.", and the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive."

5 Preclude most nearly means:
77% Answer Correctly
heed
prevent
conduit
iridescent

Solution
The definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance." Used in a sentence: "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother. The definition for iridescent is "having a lustrous or attractivve quality.", the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing.", and the definition for heed is "To pay attention to."