ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 242575 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.53
Score 0% 71%

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1 Solace most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
anthology
melee
appraise
comfort

Solution
The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for appraise is "to evaluate the worth of.", the definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people.", and the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces."

2 Demean most nearly means:
49% Answer Correctly
precept
obnoxious
humble
salvage

Solution
The definition for demean is "To lower status." Used in a sentence: The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters. The definition for precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin.", and the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive."

3 The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm.
86% Answer Correctly
immoderate
peace
appalling
corrosive

Solution
The definition for serenity is "Calmness." Used in a sentence: The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm. The definition for immoderate is "beyond usual or proper limits.", the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust.", and the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic."

4 Elate most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
redouble
equitable
delight
scamper

Solution
The definition for elate is "To fill with joy." Used in a sentence: It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair. The definition for equitable is "fair and equal.", the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great.", and the definition for scamper is "To run quickly."

5 All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class.
76% Answer Correctly
regale
prudent
rule
embellish

Solution
The definition for precept is "A general rule of action." Used in a sentence: All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class. The definition for embellish is "to decorate.", the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd.", and the definition for regale is "To amuse."