ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 966331 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.60
Score 0% 72%

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1 The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters.
64% Answer Correctly
augment
exalt
celebrated
arbitrate

Solution
The definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile." Used in a sentence: The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters. The definition for augment is "to make greater.", the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise.", and the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected."

2 Ploy most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
foil
stern
drub
strategem

Solution
The definition for ploy is "A contrived plan." Used in a sentence: Sarah thought George's ploy of borrowing her notes was a cowardly way to ask her out. The definition for foil is "one that enhances or underscores by contrast.", the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe.", and the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively."

3 Flaw most nearly means:
86% Answer Correctly
defect
ecstatic
demean
melee

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 melee is "a tumultuous fight among several people.", the definition for demean is "To lower status.", and the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional."

4 Exalt most nearly means:
78% Answer Correctly
placebo
glorify
pretentious
rancorous

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 placebo is "an inactive substance used in medical testing.", the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims.", and the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will."

5 Emily's smile is just a facade masking her broken heart.
70% Answer Correctly
fickle
camaraderie
mask
heed

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 heed is "to pay attention to.", the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship.", and the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable."