Free ASVAB Section 1: Word Knowledge Exam Braindumps
ASVAB Section One : Word Knowledge Questions 156–160 (page: 33)

Updated On: 9-Feb-2026

This subject almost exceeds my comprehension.

  1. strong disgust
  2. planned actions
  3. ability to see
  4. understanding

Answer(s): D

Explanation:

Of the choices given, the nearest synonym for comprehension is understanding.
A synonym for "strong disgust" could be revulsion; "planned actions" could be cast as intentions; and a synonym for the "ability to see" could be observation.



Flaunt most nearly means .

  1. lose
  2. show off
  3. compromise
  4. beat harshly

Answer(s): B

Explanation:

Flaunt most nearly means to show off.



"Human history becomes more and more a race between education and catastrophe." – H. G. Wells.

  1. conclusion
  2. scientific discovery
  3. danger
  4. disaster

Answer(s): D

Explanation:

In this quote from noted writer H.G. Wells, the choice that means the nearest to catastrophe is disaster.



"Cynical politicians may even foment conflicts among groups to advance their own power." – Martha Minow.

  1. instigate
  2. resolve
  3. lessen
  4. mitigate

Answer(s): A

Explanation:

"Cynical politicians may even foment conflicts among groups to advance their own power."
In this quote from Harvard law professor Martha Minow, foment means the same as instigate.



Insipid most nearly means .

  1. unavoidable
  2. irascible
  3. dull, meaningless
  4. harmless, insignificant

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

Insipid most nearly means dull or meaningless.



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