ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 103868 Results

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1 The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew.
80% Answer Correctly
aerate
finite
irritation
heinous

Solution
The definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated." Used in a sentence: The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew. The definition for aerate is "to supply with air.", the definition for finite is "Having definite limits.", and the definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil."

2 The exasperated mother had finite patience for her toddler's tantrums.
86% Answer Correctly
stifle
limited
composed
commemorate

Solution
The definition for finite is "Having definite limits." Used in a sentence: The exasperated mother had finite patience for her toddler's tantrums. The definition for stifle is "to repress or discourage.", the definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony.", and the definition for composed is "Calm."

3 Aerate most nearly means:
72% Answer Correctly
oxygenate
pomp
prune
garish

Solution
The definition for aerate is "To supply with air." Used in a sentence: Every spring, Soloman used his tiller to aerate the compact soil. The definition for pomp is "showy display.", the definition for garish is "Offensively bright.", and the definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess."

4 Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill.
67% Answer Correctly
servile
precept
stern
handicap

Solution
The definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage." Used in a sentence: Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill. The definition for servile is "fearfully submissive.", the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."

5 The refreshing water in the mountain stream was remarkable for its clarity.
71% Answer Correctly
pathos
deferment
lucidity
ethical

Solution
The definition for clarity is "Clearness." Used in a sentence: The refreshing water in the mountain stream was remarkable for its clarity. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity.", and the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying."