ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 197648 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.44
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1 Civility most nearly means:
82% Answer Correctly
corrosive
liability
censure
courtesy

Solution
The definition for civility is "Politeness." Used in a sentence: The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited. The definition for censure is "to find fault with.", the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", and the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic."

2 Rhapsody most nearly means:
65% Answer Correctly
ecstasy
buffoonery
hedonism
augment

Solution
The definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness." Used in a sentence: Lorraine was in rhapsody when she was accepte to the college of her dreams. The definition for buffoonery is "foolish behavior.", the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", and the definition for augment is "To make greater."

3 Jennifer's outspoken criticism of the meal disoncerted the waiter.
61% Answer Correctly
illuminate
unnerve
awe
heed

Solution
The definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion." Used in a sentence: Jennifer's outspoken criticism of the meal disoncerted the waiter. The definition for awe is "emotion combining dread and wonder.", the definition for illuminate is "To make clear.", and the definition for heed is "To pay attention to."

4 Felicia's servile attitude annoyed her boss, who preferred an assistant with more backbone.
58% Answer Correctly
turmoil
slavish
buffoonery
parity

Solution
The definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive." Used in a sentence: Felicia's servile attitude annoyed her boss, who preferred an assistant with more backbone. The definition for parity is "equality.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation."

5 The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism.
77% Answer Correctly
discern
glorify
grandiose
fickle

Solution
The definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise." Used in a sentence: The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism. The definition for discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."