ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 961948 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.33
Score 0% 67%

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1 Prominence most nearly means:
57% Answer Correctly
archaic
repentant
equitable
renown

Solution
The definition for prominence is "Importance." Used in a sentence: The singer's prominence ensured that the concert would sell out. The definition for archaic is "characteristic of an earlier time.", the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret.", and the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal."

2 Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise.
68% Answer Correctly
archaic
divide
belated
stealth

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 stealth is "the act of moving secretly or unnoticed.", the definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time.", and the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time."

3 Unlike her fickle friend Benji, May Belle was known for her fidelity.
85% Answer Correctly
extant
serenity
curtail
loyalty

Solution
The definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful." Used in a sentence: Unlike her fickle friend Benji, May Belle was known for her fidelity. The definition for extant is "currently existing.", the definition for serenity is "Calmness.", and the definition for curtail is "To make less."

4 James finally made his affection manifest when he handed Jessica a red rose.
67% Answer Correctly
appraise
evident
duplicity
pallid

Solution
The definition for manifest is "Obvious." Used in a sentence: James finally made his affection manifest when he handed Jessica a red rose. The definition for duplicity is "deceptive thought, speech, or action.", the definition for pallid is "Lacking color.", and the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of."

5 Grandiose most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
methodical
pretentious
mundane
placebo

Solution
The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for methodical is "performed in an orderly manner.", the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing.", and the definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary."