ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 851539 Results

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1 The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism.
77% Answer Correctly
dubious
colossal
rhapsody
glorify

Solution
The definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise." Used in a sentence: The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism. The definition for dubious is "questionable.", the definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous.", and the definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness."

2 The manager hoped the retreat would increase the camaraderie among the feuding workers.
76% Answer Correctly
sociability
beneficial
adversary
exalt

Solution
The definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship." Used in a sentence: The manager hoped the retreat would increase the camaraderie among the feuding workers. The definition for exalt is "to elevate by praise.", the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."

3 Avian most nearly means:
78% Answer Correctly
celebrated
gruff
benefactor
bird–like

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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 benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech.", and the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected."

4 Nurture most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
foster
penurious
embellish
moderate

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The definition for nurture is "To further the development of." Used in a sentence: Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens. The definition for embellish is "to decorate.", the definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average.", and the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy."

5 Flourish most nearly means:
64% Answer Correctly
adversary
facade
plaudits
brandish

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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 facade is "false or superficial appearance.", the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval.", and the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists."