ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 113949 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.08
Score 0% 62%

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1 The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty.
68% Answer Correctly
methodical
corrosive
manifest
glorify

Solution
The definition for extol is "To praise highly." Used in a sentence: The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty. The definition for manifest is "obvious.", the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic.", and the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner."

2 The old man affectionately referred to pigeons as his "avian friends."
78% Answer Correctly
bird–like
prominence
implausible
adversary

Solution
The definition for avian is "Relating to birds." Used in a sentence: The old man affectionately referred to pigeons as his "avian friends." The definition for adversary is "one who opposes or resists.", the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable.", and the definition for prominence is "Importance."

3 Demean most nearly means:
49% Answer Correctly
clarity
intricate
humble
entangle

Solution
The definition for demean is "To lower status." Used in a sentence: The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters. The definition for entangle is "to involve in trouble.", the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts.", and the definition for clarity is "Clearness."

4 Epistolary most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
fragile
written
dubious
accessible

Solution
The definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters." Used in a sentence: The shoebox filled with letters was the ony remains of Ming's epistolary friendship with Emile. The definition for dubious is "questionable.", the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach.", and the definition for fragile is "Delicate."

5 The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day.
53% Answer Correctly
dubious
lenient
opportune
dulcet

Solution
The definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody." Used in a sentence: The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. The definition for opportune is "suitable or convenient.", the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."