ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 683351 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.21
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1 Comparable most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
flaw
akin
benevolent
induce

Solution
The definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent." Used in a sentence: Helen will only accept something of comparable value for her ticket to the concert. The definition for induce is "to influence or cause.", the definition for flaw is "An imperfection.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."

2 Mundane most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
procrastinate
commonplace
refurbish
abate

Solution
The definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary." Used in a sentence: The flighty Caroline could not be troubled with mundane tasks such as paying her bills. The definition for refurbish is "to brighten or freshen.", the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity.", and the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally."

3 Distortion most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
contortion
brandish
prominence
lenient

Solution
The definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape." Used in a sentence: The story about the actress in the gossip column was a distortion of the truth. The definition for lenient is "mild or tolerant.", the definition for prominence is "Importance.", and the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly."

4 The life of an undercover detective is filed with necessary duplicity.
61% Answer Correctly
deceit
distortion
incidental
sociable

Solution
The definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action." Used in a sentence: The life of an undercover detective is filed with necessary duplicity. The definition for sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for incidental is "Minor.", and the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape."

5 Celebrated most nearly means:
88% Answer Correctly
opportune
admired
pallid
extenuating

Solution
The definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected." Used in a sentence: The fans waited for hours to catch a glimpse of the celebrated actress. The definition for opportune is "suitable or convenient.", the definition for pallid is "Lacking color.", and the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing."