ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 781105 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.57
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1 The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value.
86% Answer Correctly
defect
facade
redouble
belated

Solution
The definition for flaw is "An imperfection." Used in a sentence: The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value. The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time.", and the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great."

2 The old man affectionately referred to pigeons as his "avian friends."
78% Answer Correctly
bird–like
repel
disdain
exasperation

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 disdain is "feeling of contempt.", the definition for repel is "To resist, reject.", and the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated."

3 Flourish most nearly means:
64% Answer Correctly
aerate
brandish
pathos
lenient

Solution
The definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures." Used in a sentence: The fairy godmother flourished her wand and turned the pumpkin into a carriage. The definition for pathos is "sympathetic pity.", the definition for aerate is "To supply with air.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."

4 Clarence, an irrepressible comic, was held after cass for his buffoonery.
62% Answer Correctly
anthology
jocularity
distortion
euphoria

Solution
The definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior." Used in a sentence: Clarence, an irrepressible comic, was held after cass for his buffoonery. The definition for distortion is "the act of twisting out of shape.", the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness.", and the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces."

5 Incumbent most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
aerate
oblilgatory
demeanor
combative

Solution
The definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility." Used in a sentence: It was incumbent on Jack to attend his father's retirement party. The definition for combative is "eager to fight.", the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others.", and the definition for aerate is "To supply with air."