ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 102482 Results

Your Results Global Average
Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.58
Score 0% 72%

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1 The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer.
70% Answer Correctly
timid
scapegoat
flaunt
incongruous

Solution
The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. The definition for incongruous is "not harmonious, incompatible.", the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others.", and the definition for flaunt is "To display showily."

2 Demeanor most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
rhapsody
regale
disposition
gruff

Solution
The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for regale is "to amuse.", the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech.", and the definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness."

3 The introduction to the complex novel was, thankfully, written in clear accessible language.
88% Answer Correctly
stifle
exasperation
approachable
retroactive

Solution
The definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach." Used in a sentence: The introduction to the complex novel was, thankfully, written in clear accessible language. The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage."

4 Extant most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
avian
accessible
living
nurture

Solution
The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for avian is "relating to birds.", the definition for nurture is "To further the development of.", and the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach."

5 The unscrupulous salesman was fired for lying to his customers.
73% Answer Correctly
manifest
cunning
corrupt
intricate

Solution
The definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles." Used in a sentence: The unscrupulous salesman was fired for lying to his customers. The definition for intricate is "having complex and interrelated parts.", the definition for manifest is "Obvious.", and the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight."