ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 616786 Results

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1 Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise.
68% Answer Correctly
gargantuan
redouble
fraud
divide

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 gargantuan is "gigantic.", the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great.", and the definition for fraud is "Trick."

2 The jealous actress called her understudy's performance a ridiculous pantomime.
61% Answer Correctly
comprehensible
charade
proximity
demean

Solution
The definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures." Used in a sentence: The jealous actress called her understudy's performance a ridiculous pantomime. The definition for demean is "to lower status.", the definition for comprehensible is "Understandable.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."

3 Accentuate most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
highlight
entangle
combustion
benevolent

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The definition for accentuate is "To emphasize." Used in a sentence: Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair. The definition for entangle is "to involve in trouble.", the definition for combustion is "Act of burning.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."

4 Each year, the Franklins commemorate their anniversary by visiting the site of their first date.
60% Answer Correctly
observe
conduit
corrosive
servile

Solution
The definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony." Used in a sentence: Each year, the Franklins commemorate their anniversary by visiting the site of their first date. The definition for servile is "fearfully submissive.", the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing.", and the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic."

5 Charlie was in awe of his uncle, a professional football player and chess champion.
48% Answer Correctly
fidelity
aerate
veneration
benefactor

Solution
The definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder." Used in a sentence: Charlie was in awe of his uncle, a professional football player and chess champion. The definition for benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful.", and the definition for aerate is "To supply with air."