ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 151522 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.54
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1 The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain.
70% Answer Correctly
untenable
avian
cushion
preclude

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 avian is "relating to birds.", the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

2 Exalt most nearly means:
77% Answer Correctly
appraise
epitaph
glorify
repentant

Solution
The definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise." Used in a sentence: The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism. The definition for appraise is "to evaluate the worth of.", the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret.", and the definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person."

3 "Beloved by all,"" was the epitaph Edgar chose for his wife's tombstone.
63% Answer Correctly
finite
clairvoyance
inscription
corrective

Solution
The definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person." Used in a sentence: "Beloved by all,"" was the epitaph Edgar chose for his wife's tombstone. The definition for finite is "having definite limits.", the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct.", and the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception."

4 The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring.
72% Answer Correctly
pallid
prune
dreary
appalling

Solution
The definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous." Used in a sentence: The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring. The definition for pallid is "lacking color.", the definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."

5 Regale most nearly means:
72% Answer Correctly
onset
stern
entertain
antidote

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The definition for regale is "To amuse." Used in a sentence: My clever brother Jeffrey regaled the dinner guests with tales of his adventures. The definition for antidote is "something that relieves or counteracts.", the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe.", and the definition for onset is "Beginning."