ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 181812 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.31
Score 0% 66%

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1 The soldiers cherished the kindly Nurse Nightingale for her pathos.
73% Answer Correctly
discern
periodic
condone
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 discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable.", and the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals."

2 Rail most nearly means:
52% Answer Correctly
turmoil
gruff
upbraid
unscrupulous

Solution
The definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language." Used in a sentence: Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline. The definition for turmoil is "extreme confusion, agitation.", the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech.", and the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles."

3 Heinous most nearly means:
63% Answer Correctly
odious
aerate
onset
flaw

Solution
The definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil." Used in a sentence: Eduardo's heinous betrayal of Lydia shocked even Latasha, who knew his evil ways. The definition for onset is "beginning.", the definition for flaw is "An imperfection.", and the definition for aerate is "To supply with air."

4 Condone most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
rail
benefactor
excuse
refurbish

Solution
The definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable." Used in a sentence: Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself. The definition for benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language.", and the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen."

5 Manifest most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
garish
promote
evident
regale

Solution
The definition for manifest is "Obvious." Used in a sentence: James finally made his affection manifest when he handed Jessica a red rose. The definition for garish is "offensively bright.", the definition for regale is "To amuse.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."