ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 897548 Results

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1 Redouble most nearly means:
75% Answer Correctly
preclude
intensify
rail
diffident

Solution
The definition for redouble is "To make twice as great." Used in a sentence: As the sun began to set, Brittany redoubled her effort to find the necklace she had dropped in the field. The definition for rail is "to scold in harsh language.", the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance.", and the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence."

2 Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise.
68% Answer Correctly
divide
solace
composed
egotist

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 solace is "source of consolation.", the definition for egotist is "Self–important person.", and the definition for composed is "Calm."

3 Flaw most nearly means:
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disdain
defect
futile
civility

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 civility is "politeness.", the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt.", and the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective."

4 The impatient Zoe found the longwinded lecture interminable.
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buffer
ceaseless
interminable
intricate

Solution
The definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless." Used in a sentence: The impatient Zoe found the longwinded lecture interminable. The definition for buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless.", and the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts."

5 Hector found his roommate's habit of leaving his dirty socks on the floor appalling.
70% Answer Correctly
clairvoyance
dreadful
benevolent
advantageous

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 advantageous is "giving an advantage.", the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."