ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 1433 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.71
Score 0% 74%

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1 It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair.
74% Answer Correctly
appalling
discern
delight
nurture

Solution
The definition for elate is "To fill with joy." Used in a sentence: It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair. The definition for appalling is "inspiring dismay or disgust.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."

2 The genial host warmly greeted his many guests.
78% Answer Correctly
incongruous
pleasant
fidelity
pretense

Solution
The definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly." Used in a sentence: The genial host warmly greeted his many guests. The definition for fidelity is "state of being faithful.", the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose.", and the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible."

3 Eloquent most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
aesthete
articulate
embellish
pomp

Solution
The definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive." Used in a sentence: Kim, an eloquent speaker, was the best choice to make the presentation for the group. The definition for pomp is "showy display.", the definition for embellish is "To decorate.", and the definition for aesthete is "Person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty."

4 Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment.
89% Answer Correctly
disdain
liability
immoderate
renovate

Solution
The definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen." Used in a sentence: Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment. The definition for immoderate is "beyond usual or proper limits.", the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", and the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt."

5 The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet.
62% Answer Correctly
meticulous
cover
corrective
surplus

Solution
The definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose." Used in a sentence: The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet. The definition for corrective is "intended to correct.", the definition for surplus is "Excess.", and the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details."