ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 170991 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.57
Score 0% 71%

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1 Insolence most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
impudence
brandish
belated
derelict

Solution
The definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness." Used in a sentence: The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother. The definition for belated is "past the normal or proper time.", the definition for derelict is "Abandoned.", and the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly."

2 Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false.
66% Answer Correctly
neutralize
recrimination
ethical
opportune

Solution
The definition for negate is "To make invalid." Used in a sentence: Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false. The definition for recrimination is "a retaliatory accusation.", the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient.", and the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards."

3 The singer's prominence ensured that the concert would sell out.
57% Answer Correctly
revoke
renown
procrastinate
dubious

Solution
The definition for prominence is "Importance." Used in a sentence: The singer's prominence ensured that the concert would sell out. The definition for revoke is "to cancel by taking back.", the definition for dubious is "Questionable.", and the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally."

4 Onset most nearly means:
88% Answer Correctly
grandiose
combustion
benefactor
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 combustion is "act of burning.", the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."

5 Implausible most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
benefactor
incumbent
extant
improbable

Solution
The definition for implausible is "Unbelievable." Used in a sentence: Claudia's implausible excuse failed to convince her teacher. The definition for extant is "currently existing.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility."