ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 181220 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.30
Score 0% 66%

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1 Equitable most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
combative
rehash
redouble
impartial

Solution
The definition for equitable is "Fair and equal." Used in a sentence: The judge made an equitable decision dividing the estate evenly among the sisters. The definition for redouble is "to make twice as great.", the definition for rehash is "To discuss again.", and the definition for combative is "Eager to fight."

2 Liability most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
facade
handicap
archetypal
fidelity

Solution
The definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage." Used in a sentence: Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill. The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful.", and the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example."

3 The retroactive law made even past infractions punishable.
61% Answer Correctly
buffer
colossal
celebrated
retrograde

Solution
The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition." Used in a sentence: The retroactive law made even past infractions punishable. The definition for buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous."

4 Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens.
81% Answer Correctly
foster
unscrupulous
buffoonery
abate

Solution
The definition for nurture is "To further the development of." Used in a sentence: Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens. The definition for buffoonery is "foolish behavior.", the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity.", and the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles."

5 Garish most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
gaudy
equitable
onset
turmoil

Solution
The definition for garish is "Offensively bright." Used in a sentence: The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors. The definition for onset is "beginning.", the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal.", and the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation."