ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 749215 Results

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1 Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise.
68% Answer Correctly
divide
accommodate
turmoil
comprehensible

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 accommodate is "to give consideration to.", the definition for comprehensible is "Understandable.", and the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation."

2 The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness.
54% Answer Correctly
mitigating
dubious
augment
disconcert

Solution
The definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing." Used in a sentence: The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness. The definition for augment is "to make greater.", the definition for dubious is "Questionable.", and the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion."

3 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
pretentious
heinous
illuminate
epitaph

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 illuminate is "to make clear.", the definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil.", and the definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person."

4 Sociable most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
accessible
parity
methodical
genial

Solution
The definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship." Used in a sentence: The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation. The definition for parity is "equality.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach."

5 Clairvoyance most nearly means:
57% Answer Correctly
divination
exalt
revoke
buffer

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 buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise.", and the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back."