ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 191412 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.08
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1 Mediate most nearly means:
64% Answer Correctly
adversary
diffident
servile
arbitrate

Solution
The definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile." Used in a sentence: The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters. The definition for adversary is "one who opposes or resists.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive."

2 Derelict most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
commemorate
destitute
redouble
prune

Solution
The definition for derelict is "Abandoned." Used in a sentence: The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard. The definition for prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great.", and the definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony."

3 Pretentious most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
pompous
promote
plaudits
rail

Solution
The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

4 The supple leather coat draped like soft cloth around her shoulders.
54% Answer Correctly
pliant
disconcert
inflammatory
civility

Solution
The definition for supple is "Flexible." Used in a sentence: The supple leather coat draped like soft cloth around her shoulders. The definition for disconcert is "to throw into confusion.", the definition for civility is "Politeness.", and the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger."

5 Appalling most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
prune
dreadful
equitable
implausible

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 prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal.", and the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable."