ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 695941 Results

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1 Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise.
68% Answer Correctly
unscrupulous
defiant
divide
pomp

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 unscrupulous is "lacking principles.", the definition for pomp is "Showy display.", and the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance."

2 Punctual most nearly means:
78% Answer Correctly
prompt
absolve
disconcert
illuminate

Solution
The definition for punctual is "On time." Used in a sentence: Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show. The definition for absolve is "to forgive; to free from guilt.", the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion.", and the definition for illuminate is "To make clear."

3 My parents banned Chad from our house because of his indecorous behavior at dinner.
69% Answer Correctly
derelict
colossal
vulgar
rhapsody

Solution
The definition for indecorous is "In bad taste." Used in a sentence: My parents banned Chad from our house because of his indecorous behavior at dinner. The definition for rhapsody is "state of great happiness.", the definition for derelict is "Abandoned.", and the definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous."

4 Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director.
66% Answer Correctly
living
insinuate
immoderate
procrastinate

Solution
The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for insinuate is "to suggest indirectly.", the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits.", and the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally."

5 The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother.
71% Answer Correctly
pathos
pretense
exception
impudence

Solution
The definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness." Used in a sentence: The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother. The definition for pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply.", and the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity."