ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 648601 Results

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1 Flaw most nearly means:
86% Answer Correctly
raspy
defect
clarity
incidental

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 incidental is "minor.", the definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", and the definition for clarity is "Clearness."

2 The burglar took the ring by stealth, slipping it from the sleeping woman's finger.
60% Answer Correctly
combative
distortion
opportune
furtiveness

Solution
The definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed." Used in a sentence: The burglar took the ring by stealth, slipping it from the sleeping woman's finger. The definition for distortion is "the act of twisting out of shape.", the definition for combative is "Eager to fight.", and the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient."

3 Elate most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
pathos
regale
eloquent
delight

Solution
The definition for elate is "To fill with joy." Used in a sentence: It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair. The definition for pathos is "sympathetic pity.", the definition for regale is "To amuse.", and the definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive."

4 The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm.
86% Answer Correctly
grandiose
adversary
peace
periodic

Solution
The definition for serenity is "Calmness." Used in a sentence: The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm. The definition for adversary is "one who opposes or resists.", the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur.", and the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals."

5 The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate.
71% Answer Correctly
insolence
accentuate
sociable
detect

Solution
The definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct." Used in a sentence: The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate. The definition for sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness.", and the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize."