ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 726599 Results

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1 Anthology most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
extenuating
deferment
collection
embellish

Solution
The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for embellish is "to decorate.", the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying.", and the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing."

2 The old man affectionately referred to pigeons as his "avian friends."
78% Answer Correctly
derivative
exception
bird–like
benevolent

Solution
The definition for avian is "Relating to birds." Used in a sentence: The old man affectionately referred to pigeons as his "avian friends." The definition for derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."

3 Clairvoyance most nearly means:
58% Answer Correctly
extenuating
divination
implement
beneficial

Solution
The definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception." Used in a sentence: Rosa used her clairvoyance to help Alexander find his lost keys. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for beneficial is "Helpful.", and the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish."

4 Stern most nearly means:
88% Answer Correctly
extenuating
buffoonery
pretense
strict

Solution
The definition for stern is "Harsh, severe." Used in a sentence: The stern principal canceled the prom after the seniors played a silly prank. The definition for pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing."

5 Garish most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
gaudy
immoderate
raspy
rhapsody

Solution
The definition for garish is "Offensively bright." Used in a sentence: The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors. The definition for rhapsody is "state of great happiness.", the definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", and the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits."