ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 158251 Results

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1 Recrimination most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
counterclaim
distortion
clarity
diffident

Solution
The definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation." Used in a sentence: Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination. The definition for clarity is "clearness.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape."

2 Onset most nearly means:
88% Answer Correctly
ramble
solace
retroactive
start

Solution
The definition for onset is "Beginning." Used in a sentence: Crocuses bloom at the onset of spring, sometimes even before the snow melts. The definition for solace is "source of consolation.", the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", and the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language."

3 They were ecstatic when their team won the championship game in the last second.
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oblivious
compulsion
demean
overjoyed

Solution
The definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional." Used in a sentence: They were ecstatic when their team won the championship game in the last second. The definition for oblivious is "lacking awareness.", the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse.", and the definition for demean is "To lower status."

4 Gravity most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
seriousness
clairvoyance
promote
impenitent

Solution
The definition for gravity is "Importance, significance." Used in a sentence: Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology. The definition for clairvoyance is "ability to see things beyond ordinary perception.", the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

5 Iridescent most nearly means:
65% Answer Correctly
advantageous
shimmering
discern
implausible

Solution
The definition for iridescent is "Having a lustrous or attractivve quality." Used in a sentence: The movie star's iridescent presence charmed even the hardened reporter. The definition for discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage.", and the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable."