ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 124230 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.08
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1 The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry.
59% Answer Correctly
mediate
caustic
placebo
opportune

Solution
The definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic." Used in a sentence: The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry. The definition for opportune is "suitable or convenient.", the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile.", and the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing."

2 Demeanor most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
revive
oblivious
egotist
disposition

Solution
The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for revive is "to bring back to life.", the definition for egotist is "Self–important person.", and the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness."

3 The words to the song are elusive, as the singer tends to mumble.
66% Answer Correctly
euphoria
evasive
diffident
ramble

Solution
The definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp." Used in a sentence: The words to the song are elusive, as the singer tends to mumble. The definition for ramble is "to wander, physically or in language.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness."

4 The defiant toddler refused to leave the park.
68% Answer Correctly
absolve
incisive
impudent
insolence

Solution
The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for absolve is "to forgive; to free from guilt.", the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness.", and the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive."

5 Extenuating most nearly means:
54% Answer Correctly
turmoil
mitigating
comprehensible
celebrated

Solution
The definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing." Used in a sentence: The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness. The definition for turmoil is "extreme confusion, agitation.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for comprehensible is "Understandable."