ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 116473 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.25
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1 Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels.
62% Answer Correctly
opportune
adorn
appraise
incidental

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 opportune is "suitable or convenient.", the definition for incidental is "Minor.", and the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of."

2 Quan stepped onto the platform at the most opportune time, just as the train pulled in.
64% Answer Correctly
meticulous
incidental
propitious
deferment

Solution
The definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient." Used in a sentence: Quan stepped onto the platform at the most opportune time, just as the train pulled in. The definition for deferment is "the act of delaying.", the definition for incidental is "Minor.", and the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details."

3 The sweet cookie was a perfect foil to the sour lemon sorbet.
57% Answer Correctly
ethical
sociable
corroborate
complement

Solution
The definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast." Used in a sentence: The sweet cookie was a perfect foil to the sour lemon sorbet. The definition for corroborate is "to support with evidence.", the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship.", and the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards."

4 The arrogant writer did not hide his disdain for his uneducated dinner companion.
60% Answer Correctly
supple
mandate
ethical
scorn

Solution
The definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt." Used in a sentence: The arrogant writer did not hide his disdain for his uneducated dinner companion. The definition for supple is "flexible.", the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something.", and the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards."

5 Civility most nearly means:
83% Answer Correctly
courtesy
extol
benefactor
nurture

Solution
The definition for civility is "Politeness." Used in a sentence: The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited. The definition for extol is "to praise highly.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."