ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 204587 Results

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Questions 5 5
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1 Disdain most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
scorn
clarity
induce
raspy

Solution
The definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt." Used in a sentence: The arrogant writer did not hide his disdain for his uneducated dinner companion. The definition for induce is "to influence or cause.", the definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", and the definition for clarity is "Clearness."

2 Appalling most nearly means:
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repentant
oblivious
retroactive
dreadful

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 repentant is "feeling regret.", the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", and the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness."

3 Retroactive most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
turpitude
distortion
retrograde
solace

Solution
The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition." Used in a sentence: The retroactive law made even past infractions punishable. The definition for distortion is "the act of twisting out of shape.", the definition for turpitude is "Essential baseness, depravity.", and the definition for solace is "Source of consolation."

4 The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters.
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recrimination
grandiose
disconcert
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 grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation.", and the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion."

5 "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client.
80% Answer Correctly
duplicity
verify
revoke
procrastinate

Solution
The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. The definition for duplicity is "deceptive thought, speech, or action.", the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back.", and the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally."