ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 182488 Results

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Correct 0 3.40
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1 Opportune most nearly means:
64% Answer Correctly
anthology
propitious
extenuating
conduit

Solution
The definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient." Used in a sentence: Quan stepped onto the platform at the most opportune time, just as the train pulled in. The definition for conduit is "means for transmitting or distributing.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing."

2 Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor.
61% Answer Correctly
accentuate
disposition
illuminate
derelict

Solution
The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for derelict is "abandoned.", the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize.", and the definition for illuminate is "To make clear."

3 Incumbent most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
oblilgatory
pomp
colossal
pallid

Solution
The definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility." Used in a sentence: It was incumbent on Jack to attend his father's retirement party. The definition for colossal is "immense, enormous.", the definition for pallid is "Lacking color.", and the definition for pomp is "Showy display."

4 Ecstatic most nearly means:
88% Answer Correctly
condone
scapegoat
revive
overjoyed

Solution
The definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional." Used in a sentence: They were ecstatic when their team won the championship game in the last second. The definition for condone is "to treat as acceptable.", the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others.", and the definition for revive is "To bring back to life."

5 The story about the actress in the gossip column was a distortion of the truth.
62% Answer Correctly
contortion
foil
recrimination
drub

Solution
The definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape." Used in a sentence: The story about the actress in the gossip column was a distortion of the truth. The definition for foil is "one that enhances or underscores by contrast.", the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively.", and the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation."