ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 132892 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.59
Score 0% 72%

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1 Turmoil most nearly means:
83% Answer Correctly
pomp
extant
chaos
pantomime

Solution
The definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation." Used in a sentence: The windstorm caused such turmoil in the lake that the sailboat capsized. The definition for extant is "currently existing.", the definition for pomp is "Showy display.", and the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures."

2 Untenable most nearly means:
65% Answer Correctly
melodious
scamper
accessible
baseless

Solution
The definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended." Used in a sentence: Rashid made the untenable statement that George Washington was the second president of the United States. The definition for melodious is "having a pleasing melody.", the definition for scamper is "To run quickly.", and the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach."

3 Implement most nearly means:
79% Answer Correctly
execute
extenuating
foil
onset

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 extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast.", and the definition for onset is "Beginning."

4 Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels.
61% Answer Correctly
demeanor
advantageous
combative
adorn

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 combative is "eager to fight.", the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."

5 The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain.
71% Answer Correctly
promote
drab
cushion
rancorous

Solution
The definition for buffer is "Protective barrier." Used in a sentence: The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain. The definition for promote is "to contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous.", and the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will."