ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 175432 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.82
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1 Accentuate most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
straddle
flaw
raucous
highlight

Solution
The definition for accentuate is "To emphasize." Used in a sentence: Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair. The definition for flaw is "an imperfection.", the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides.", and the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy."

2 Melee most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
rail
periodic
brawl
meticulous

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 rail is "to scold in harsh language.", the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details.", and the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals."

3 Extol most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
embellish
glorify
rehash
rhapsody

Solution
The definition for extol is "To praise highly." Used in a sentence: The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty. The definition for rhapsody is "state of great happiness.", the definition for rehash is "To discuss again.", and the definition for embellish is "To decorate."

4 The soldiers cherished the kindly Nurse Nightingale for her pathos.
73% Answer Correctly
incisive
ethical
appalling
compassion

Solution
The definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity." Used in a sentence: The soldiers cherished the kindly Nurse Nightingale for her pathos. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust.", and the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive."

5 Yvonne's father urged, "Don't procrastinate. Clean your room right away."
85% Answer Correctly
pomp
inviolable
delay
appraise

Solution
The definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally." Used in a sentence: Yvonne's father urged, "Don't procrastinate. Clean your room right away." The definition for pomp is "showy display.", the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."