ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 171917 Results

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Correct 0 3.42
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1 Solace most nearly means:
69% Answer Correctly
fickle
raucous
comfort
diffident

Solution
The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for fickle is "lacking constancy, changeable.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy."

2 Campers must use fire with great caution to prevent combustion of the parched brush.
82% Answer Correctly
impenitent
heinous
corroborate
igniting

Solution
The definition for combustion is "Act of burning." Used in a sentence: Campers must use fire with great caution to prevent combustion of the parched brush. The definition for corroborate is "to support with evidence.", the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse.", and the definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil."

3 Karl found Kevin's claim that he was sick dubious, as he had just seen him playing football.
67% Answer Correctly
implausible
suspect
composed
induce

Solution
The definition for dubious is "Questionable." Used in a sentence: Karl found Kevin's claim that he was sick dubious, as he had just seen him playing football. The definition for implausible is "unbelievable.", the definition for induce is "To influence or cause.", and the definition for composed is "Calm."

4 Rancorous most nearly means:
63% Answer Correctly
bitter
drab
inviolable
lenient

Solution
The definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will." Used in a sentence: The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl. The definition for lenient is "mild or tolerant.", the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."

5 Jonah regretted entangling Parker in his legal difficulties.
61% Answer Correctly
foil
extenuating
plaudits
embroil

Solution
The definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble." Used in a sentence: Jonah regretted entangling Parker in his legal difficulties. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."