ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 165707 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.41
Score 0% 68%

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1 Melee most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
trove
archaic
brawl
regurgitate

Solution
The definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people." Used in a sentence: After the game, a melee broke out between fans of the opposing teams. The definition for trove is "valuable collection.", the definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back.", and the definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time."

2 Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class.
75% Answer Correctly
pallid
suppress
dubious
lenient

Solution
The definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage." Used in a sentence: Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class. The definition for pallid is "lacking color.", the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."

3 Impenitent most nearly means:
47% Answer Correctly
flaunt
obdurate
immoderate
discern

Solution
The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for flaunt is "To display showily.", and the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits."

4 Recrimination most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
extenuating
retroactive
ramble
counterclaim

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 retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language.", and the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing."

5 The defiant toddler refused to leave the park.
68% Answer Correctly
distortion
impudent
elusive
meticulous

Solution
The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for distortion is "the act of twisting out of shape.", the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details.", and the definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp."