ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 19420 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.77
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1 Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination.
70% Answer Correctly
salvage
condone
illuminate
counterclaim

Solution
The definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation." Used in a sentence: Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination. The definition for illuminate is "to make clear.", the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable.", and the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin."

2 Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben.
75% Answer Correctly
absolve
composed
systematic
buffer

Solution
The definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner." Used in a sentence: Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben. The definition for composed is "calm.", the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt.", and the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier."

3 Finite most nearly means:
86% Answer Correctly
drab
liability
composed
limited

Solution
The definition for finite is "Having definite limits." Used in a sentence: The exasperated mother had finite patience for her toddler's tantrums. The definition for composed is "calm.", the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous.", and the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage."

4 The fans waited for hours to catch a glimpse of the celebrated actress.
88% Answer Correctly
mediate
admired
insolence
clairvoyance

Solution
The definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected." Used in a sentence: The fans waited for hours to catch a glimpse of the celebrated actress. The definition for insolence is "boldness or rudeness.", the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile.", and the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception."

5 Although her stomach was in knots, the actress appeared perfectly composed when she took the stage.
59% Answer Correctly
regurgitate
serene
awe
meticulous

Solution
The definition for composed is "Calm." Used in a sentence: Although her stomach was in knots, the actress appeared perfectly composed when she took the stage. The definition for regurgitate is "to pour out or throw back.", the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder.", and the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details."