ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 141975 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.72
Score 0% 74%

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1 The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited.
82% Answer Correctly
garish
courtesy
onset
manifest

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 garish is "offensively bright.", the definition for manifest is "Obvious.", and the definition for onset is "Beginning."

2 Archetypal most nearly means:
73% Answer Correctly
classic
parity
ramble
inviolable

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The definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example." Used in a sentence: Shakespeare's sonnets are considered archetypal love poems The definition for inviolable is "secure from assault of trespass.", the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language.", and the definition for parity is "Equality."

3 Embellish most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
benefactor
nurture
adorn
prominence

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 benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for prominence is "Importance.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."

4 After Kal's father revoked his allowance, he had no money for the movies.
80% Answer Correctly
insolence
beneficial
illuminate
rescind

Solution
The definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back." Used in a sentence: After Kal's father revoked his allowance, he had no money for the movies. The definition for insolence is "boldness or rudeness.", the definition for beneficial is "Helpful.", and the definition for illuminate is "To make clear."

5 The manager hoped the retreat would increase the camaraderie among the feuding workers.
76% Answer Correctly
illuminate
flagrant
benevolent
sociability

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The definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship." Used in a sentence: The manager hoped the retreat would increase the camaraderie among the feuding workers. The definition for benevolent is "kind, helpful.", the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive.", and the definition for illuminate is "To make clear."