ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 114017 Results

Your Results Global Average
Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.08
Score 0% 62%

Review

1 Just when it seemed the rain would never stop, the storm suddenly began to abate.
65% Answer Correctly
rhapsody
archaic
melee
subside

Solution
The definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity." Used in a sentence: Just when it seemed the rain would never stop, the storm suddenly began to abate. The definition for archaic is "characteristic of an earlier time.", the definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness.", and the definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people."

2 The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene.
55% Answer Correctly
dubious
fastidious
demeanor
rehash

Solution
The definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details." Used in a sentence: The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene. The definition for rehash is "to discuss again.", the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."

3 The defiant toddler refused to leave the park.
68% Answer Correctly
repel
impudent
lenient
drub

Solution
The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for drub is "to defeat decisively.", the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant.", and the definition for repel is "To resist, reject."

4 Embellish most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
incisive
aerate
adorn
demeanor

Solution
The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for incisive is "impressively direct and decisive.", the definition for aerate is "To supply with air.", and the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others."

5 Brandish most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
flourish
appalling
exasperation
stealth

Solution
The definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly." Used in a sentence: The baseball player was fined for brandishing his bat at the opposing pitcher. The definition for exasperation is "the state of being irritated.", the definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."