ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 235621 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.53
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1 Accessible most nearly means:
88% Answer Correctly
extenuating
hedonism
gargantuan
approachable

Solution
The definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach." Used in a sentence: The introduction to the complex novel was, thankfully, written in clear accessible language. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life."

2 Refurbish most nearly means:
89% Answer Correctly
censure
avian
disconcert
renovate

Solution
The definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen." Used in a sentence: Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment. The definition for avian is "relating to birds.", the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion.", and the definition for censure is "To find fault with."

3 Gruff most nearly means:
50% Answer Correctly
surly
garish
implement
adversary

Solution
The definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech." Used in a sentence: Heidi's grandfather was gruff, barking stern orders and hardly smiling. The definition for garish is "offensively bright.", the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish.", and the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists."

4 The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain.
70% Answer Correctly
appraise
liability
pantomime
cushion

Solution
The definition for buffer is "Protective barrier." Used in a sentence: The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain. The definition for liability is "a person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures.", and the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of."

5 Prudent most nearly means:
57% Answer Correctly
judicious
derivative
inauspicious
scapegoat

Solution
The definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd." Used in a sentence: Manny was happy she followed Greg's prudent advice to study, as the test was difficult. The definition for derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable.", and the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others."