ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 189472 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.72
Score 0% 74%

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1 Solace most nearly means:
69% Answer Correctly
stifle
insinuate
anthology
comfort

Solution
The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for stifle is "to repress or discourage.", the definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly.", and the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces."

2 Proximity most nearly means:
91% Answer Correctly
appalling
egotist
unscrupulous
nearness

Solution
The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. The definition for unscrupulous is "lacking principles.", the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust.", and the definition for egotist is "Self–important person."

3 Appraise most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
ploy
assess
censure
promote

Solution
The definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of." Used in a sentence: Simone, an expert in African sculpture, was asked to appraise the ambassador's collection of masks. The definition for promote is "to contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan.", and the definition for censure is "To find fault with."

4 Corrective most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
accessible
remedial
intricate
beneficial

Solution
The definition for corrective is "Intended to correct." Used in a sentence: The school decided to take corrective measures to prevent truancy. The definition for accessible is "easy to reach or to approach.", the definition for beneficial is "Helpful.", and the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts."

5 The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success.
82% Answer Correctly
exalt
incumbent
melodious
medium

Solution
The definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average." Used in a sentence: The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success. The definition for incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."