ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 227463 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.60
Score 0% 72%

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1 The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer.
70% Answer Correctly
scapegoat
lenient
timid
epistolary

Solution
The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. The definition for scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant.", and the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters."

2 Punctual most nearly means:
78% Answer Correctly
prompt
moderate
meticulous
promote

Solution
The definition for punctual is "On time." Used in a sentence: Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

3 Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself.
76% Answer Correctly
hedonism
corroborate
excuse
pomp

Solution
The definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable." Used in a sentence: Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself. The definition for corroborate is "to support with evidence.", the definition for pomp is "Showy display.", and the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life."

4 Iridescent most nearly means:
65% Answer Correctly
rehash
fidelity
pretentious
shimmering

Solution
The definition for iridescent is "Having a lustrous or attractivve quality." Used in a sentence: The movie star's iridescent presence charmed even the hardened reporter. The definition for rehash is "to discuss again.", the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims.", and the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful."

5 Emily's smile is just a facade masking her broken heart.
70% Answer Correctly
mask
apathetic
equitable
commemorate

Solution
The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance." Used in a sentence: Emily's smile is just a facade masking her broken heart. The definition for apathetic is "showing little or no emotion.", the definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony.", and the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal."