ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 614634 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.65
Score 0% 73%

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1 Iridescent most nearly means:
65% Answer Correctly
pantomime
shimmering
anthology
surplus

Solution
The definition for iridescent is "Having a lustrous or attractivve quality." Used in a sentence: The movie star's iridescent presence charmed even the hardened reporter. The definition for anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures.", and the definition for surplus is "Excess."

2 Illuminate most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
incumbent
elucidate
implausible
prune

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 prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable.", and the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility."

3 The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes.
91% Answer Correctly
drub
pantomime
salvage
nearness

Solution
The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. The definition for salvage is "to save from ruin.", the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively.", and the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures."

4 Love–struck Charlie was oblivious to everyone but the object of his affection.
74% Answer Correctly
augment
careless
polarize
recrimination

Solution
The definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness." Used in a sentence: Love–struck Charlie was oblivious to everyone but the object of his affection. The definition for recrimination is "a retaliatory accusation.", the definition for augment is "To make greater.", and the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups."

5 James finally made his affection manifest when he handed Jessica a red rose.
67% Answer Correctly
nurture
evident
exalt
plaudits

Solution
The definition for manifest is "Obvious." Used in a sentence: James finally made his affection manifest when he handed Jessica a red rose. The definition for plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."