ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 229473 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.36
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1 Embellish most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
corrective
adorn
combative
exception

Solution
The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for exception is "a case to which the rule does not apply.", the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct.", and the definition for combative is "Eager to fight."

2 Shakespeare's sonnets are considered archetypal love poems
73% Answer Correctly
flaunt
naive
classic
drab

Solution
The definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example." Used in a sentence: Shakespeare's sonnets are considered archetypal love poems The definition for flaunt is "to display showily.", the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous.", and the definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom."

3 The promote peace, the diplomat hosted a talk between the warring nations.
81% Answer Correctly
embellish
advance
pallid
redouble

Solution
The definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of." Used in a sentence: The promote peace, the diplomat hosted a talk between the warring nations. The definition for pallid is "lacking color.", the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great.", and the definition for embellish is "To decorate."

4 Sociable most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
genial
induce
fragile
stifle

Solution
The definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship." Used in a sentence: The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation. The definition for fragile is "delicate.", the definition for induce is "To influence or cause.", and the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage."

5 Untenable most nearly means:
65% Answer Correctly
baseless
dubious
defiant
benefactor

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The definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended." Used in a sentence: Rashid made the untenable statement that George Washington was the second president of the United States. The definition for defiant is "showing bold resistance.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."