ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 849474 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.44
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1 Flaw most nearly means:
86% Answer Correctly
plaudits
defect
defiant
incumbent

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 plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility.", and the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance."

2 Emily's smile is just a facade masking her broken heart.
70% Answer Correctly
mask
repentant
futile
pomp

Solution
The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance." Used in a sentence: Emily's smile is just a facade masking her broken heart. The definition for repentant is "feeling regret.", the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective.", and the definition for pomp is "Showy display."

3 The arrogant writer did not hide his disdain for his uneducated dinner companion.
60% Answer Correctly
scorn
turmoil
incumbent
proximity

Solution
The definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt." Used in a sentence: The arrogant writer did not hide his disdain for his uneducated dinner companion. The definition for turmoil is "extreme confusion, agitation.", the definition for proximity is "Closeness.", and the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility."

4 Hector found his roommate's habit of leaving his dirty socks on the floor appalling.
70% Answer Correctly
dreadful
abate
discern
genial

Solution
The definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust." Used in a sentence: Hector found his roommate's habit of leaving his dirty socks on the floor appalling. The definition for discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity.", and the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly."

5 Clairvoyance most nearly means:
57% Answer Correctly
straddle
corroborate
divination
euphoria

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 corroborate is "to support with evidence.", the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness.", and the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides."