ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 116383 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.39
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1 Solace most nearly means:
69% Answer Correctly
disdain
corrective
comfort
awe

Solution
The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for awe is "emotion combining dread and wonder.", the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt.", and the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct."

2 Proximity most nearly means:
91% Answer Correctly
proximity
equitable
nearness
prune

Solution
The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. The definition for equitable is "fair and equal.", the definition for proximity is "Closeness.", and the definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess."

3 Appraise most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
assess
gruff
stern
diffident

Solution
The definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of." Used in a sentence: Simone, an expert in African sculpture, was asked to appraise the ambassador's collection of masks. The definition for gruff is "rough or stern in manner or speech.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe."

4 Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline.
52% Answer Correctly
upbraid
promote
insinuate
accentuate

Solution
The definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language." Used in a sentence: Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline. The definition for insinuate is "to suggest indirectly.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize."

5 The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors.
59% Answer Correctly
gaudy
solace
meticulous
accessible

Solution
The definition for garish is "Offensively bright." Used in a sentence: The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach.", and the definition for solace is "Source of consolation."