ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 948773 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.46
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1 Her excellent lecture illuminated the complicated subject of nuclear physics.
66% Answer Correctly
hedonism
implement
elucidate
combustion

Solution
The definition for illuminate is "To make clear." Used in a sentence: Her excellent lecture illuminated the complicated subject of nuclear physics. The definition for hedonism is "belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", the definition for combustion is "Act of burning.", and the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish."

2 Equitable most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
impartial
condone
stifle
foil

Solution
The definition for equitable is "Fair and equal." Used in a sentence: The judge made an equitable decision dividing the estate evenly among the sisters. The definition for foil is "one that enhances or underscores by contrast.", the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable.", and the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage."

3 "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother.
77% Answer Correctly
prevent
repel
serenity
appalling

Solution
The definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance." Used in a sentence: "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother. The definition for appalling is "inspiring dismay or disgust.", the definition for repel is "To resist, reject.", and the definition for serenity is "Calmness."

4 Promote most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
refurbish
eloquent
anthology
advance

Solution
The definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of." Used in a sentence: The promote peace, the diplomat hosted a talk between the warring nations. The definition for refurbish is "to brighten or freshen.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive."

5 Disconcert most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
unnerve
mandate
disdain
elate

Solution
The definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion." Used in a sentence: Jennifer's outspoken criticism of the meal disoncerted the waiter. The definition for elate is "to fill with joy.", the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something.", and the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt."