ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 985348 Results

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1 Pretentious most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
mundane
perception
insinuate
pompous

Solution
The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for insinuate is "to suggest indirectly.", the definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding.", and the definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary."

2 Clairvoyance most nearly means:
58% Answer Correctly
meticulous
divination
brandish
melodious

Solution
The definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception." Used in a sentence: Rosa used her clairvoyance to help Alexander find his lost keys. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody.", and the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly."

3 Preclude most nearly means:
77% Answer Correctly
lenient
facade
prevent
revoke

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 revoke is "to cancel by taking back.", the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."

4 The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released.
47% Answer Correctly
futile
obdurate
promote
censure

Solution
The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for censure is "to find fault with.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective."

5 The fairy godmother flourished her wand and turned the pumpkin into a carriage.
64% Answer Correctly
accentuate
flagrant
brandish
fragile

Solution
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 fragile is "delicate.", the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize.", and the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive."