ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 158742 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.49
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1 Combative most nearly means:
89% Answer Correctly
disconcert
iridescent
illuminate
aggressive

Solution
The definition for combative is "Eager to fight." Used in a sentence: The teacher suggested the combative student channel his aggression into boxing. The definition for disconcert is "to throw into confusion.", the definition for iridescent is "Having a lustrous or attractivve quality.", and the definition for illuminate is "To make clear."

2 Archaic most nearly means:
69% Answer Correctly
antiquated
aesthete
liability
solace

Solution
The definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time." Used in a sentence: In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic. The definition for liability is "a person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", the definition for solace is "Source of consolation.", and the definition for aesthete is "Person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty."

3 The movie star's iridescent presence charmed even the hardened reporter.
65% Answer Correctly
shimmering
buffer
solace
beneficial

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 buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for solace is "Source of consolation.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."

4 Marta felt greatly relieved after her mother absolved her for breaking the vase.
60% Answer Correctly
exculpate
antidote
punctual
lenient

Solution
The definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt." Used in a sentence: Marta felt greatly relieved after her mother absolved her for breaking the vase. The definition for antidote is "something that relieves or counteracts.", the definition for punctual is "On time.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."

5 Extant most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
incumbent
rail
living
regale

Solution
The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for rail is "to scold in harsh language.", the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility.", and the definition for regale is "To amuse."