ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 138829 Results

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1 Obnoxious most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
preclude
dubious
abate
objectionable

Solution
The definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive." Used in a sentence: The manager asked the obnoxious diner to leave the restaurant. The definition for dubious is "questionable.", the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity.", and the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance."

2 Unlike her fickle friend Benji, May Belle was known for her fidelity.
84% Answer Correctly
pallid
melodious
distortion
loyalty

Solution
The definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful." Used in a sentence: Unlike her fickle friend Benji, May Belle was known for her fidelity. The definition for distortion is "the act of twisting out of shape.", the definition for pallid is "Lacking color.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."

3 Pallid most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
pretentious
incisive
pale
promote

Solution
The definition for pallid is "Lacking color." Used in a sentence: The nurse was worried by the patient's pallid face and shallow breathing. The definition for pretentious is "making unjustified claims.", the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

4 Scapegoat most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
dupe
serenity
beneficial
parity

Solution
The definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others." Used in a sentence: Audrey used her innocent baby brother as a scapegoat for the missing cookies. The definition for parity is "equality.", the definition for serenity is "Calmness.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."

5 Benevolent most nearly means:
50% Answer Correctly
nurture
abate
altruistic
disconcert

Solution
The definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful." Used in a sentence: Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework. The definition for nurture is "to further the development of.", the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion.", and the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity."