ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 186325 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.38
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1 Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair.
76% Answer Correctly
authoritarian
demean
highlight
camaraderie

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 demean is "to lower status.", the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship.", and the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority."

2 It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair.
74% Answer Correctly
inviolable
anthology
immoderate
delight

Solution
The definition for elate is "To fill with joy." Used in a sentence: It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair. The definition for inviolable is "secure from assault of trespass.", the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits.", and the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces."

3 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
incongruous
flaw
pretentious
polarize

Solution
The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for incongruous is "not harmonious, incompatible.", the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups.", and the definition for flaw is "An imperfection."

4 Equitable most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
impartial
clarity
ploy
corroborate

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 corroborate is "to support with evidence.", the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan.", and the definition for clarity is "Clearness."

5 Hector found his roommate's habit of leaving his dirty socks on the floor appalling.
70% Answer Correctly
refurbish
authoritarian
dreadful
surplus

Solution
The definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust." Used in a sentence: Hector found his roommate's habit of leaving his dirty socks on the floor appalling. The definition for authoritarian is "favoring absolute obedience to authority.", the definition for surplus is "Excess.", and the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen."