ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 120292 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.87
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1 Recrimination most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
curtail
counterclaim
disconcert
procrastinate

Solution
The definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation." Used in a sentence: Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination. The definition for disconcert is "to throw into confusion.", the definition for curtail is "To make less.", and the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally."

2 Exasperation most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
lenient
irritation
precept
diffident

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 lenient is "mild or tolerant.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence."

3 The unscrupulous salesman was fired for lying to his customers.
73% Answer Correctly
corrupt
proximity
incisive
placebo

Solution
The definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles." Used in a sentence: The unscrupulous salesman was fired for lying to his customers. The definition for placebo is "an inactive substance used in medical testing.", the definition for proximity is "Closeness.", and the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive."

4 Revive most nearly means:
85% Answer Correctly
surplus
incidental
reanimate
celebrated

Solution
The definition for revive is "To bring back to life." Used in a sentence: Hank tried to revive Clare's interest in the project, but her enthusiasm had expired. The definition for incidental is "minor.", the definition for surplus is "Excess.", and the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected."

5 All Randolph needed to implement his plan was a moonless night and a long rope.
79% Answer Correctly
pallid
incidental
adversary
execute

Solution
The definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish." Used in a sentence: All Randolph needed to implement his plan was a moonless night and a long rope. The definition for pallid is "lacking color.", the definition for incidental is "Minor.", and the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists."