ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 692351 Results

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1 Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false.
66% Answer Correctly
rail
polarize
refurbish
neutralize

Solution
The definition for negate is "To make invalid." Used in a sentence: Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false. The definition for polarize is "to break up into opposing groups.", the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen.", and the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language."

2 Heinous most nearly means:
63% Answer Correctly
pretense
ethical
pallid
odious

Solution
The definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil." Used in a sentence: Eduardo's heinous betrayal of Lydia shocked even Latasha, who knew his evil ways. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose.", and the definition for pallid is "Lacking color."

3 The naive Simon assumed that everyone was as simple and kind as he was.
48% Answer Correctly
artless
flagrant
stifle
intricate

Solution
The definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom." Used in a sentence: The naive Simon assumed that everyone was as simple and kind as he was. The definition for intricate is "having complex and interrelated parts.", the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive.", and the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage."

4 Regale most nearly means:
72% Answer Correctly
mandate
entertain
flaunt
mundane

Solution
The definition for regale is "To amuse." Used in a sentence: My clever brother Jeffrey regaled the dinner guests with tales of his adventures. The definition for flaunt is "to display showily.", the definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary.", and the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something."

5 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
polarize
pretentious
insinuate
appalling

Solution
The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for polarize is "to break up into opposing groups.", the definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."