ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 746261 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.40
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1 Foil most nearly means:
57% Answer Correctly
complement
illuminate
absolve
anthology

Solution
The definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast." Used in a sentence: The sweet cookie was a perfect foil to the sour lemon sorbet. The definition for absolve is "to forgive; to free from guilt.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for illuminate is "To make clear."

2 Awe most nearly means:
48% Answer Correctly
precept
preclude
equitable
veneration

Solution
The definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder." Used in a sentence: Charlie was in awe of his uncle, a professional football player and chess champion. The definition for equitable is "fair and equal.", the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."

3 Intricate most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
perception
complicated
diffident
rail

Solution
The definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts." Used in a sentence: The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors. The definition for rail is "to scold in harsh language.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding."

4 Moderate most nearly means:
82% Answer Correctly
supple
catastrophic
medium
induce

Solution
The definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average." Used in a sentence: The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success. The definition for induce is "to influence or cause.", the definition for supple is "Flexible.", and the definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune."

5 Promote most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
frugal
foil
advance
pathos

Solution
The definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of." Used in a sentence: The promote peace, the diplomat hosted a talk between the warring nations. The definition for frugal is "thrifty, cheap.", the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."