ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 252937 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.55
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1 The words to the song are elusive, as the singer tends to mumble.
66% Answer Correctly
regurgitate
flagrant
evasive
exalt

Solution
The definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp." Used in a sentence: The words to the song are elusive, as the singer tends to mumble. The definition for regurgitate is "to pour out or throw back.", the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."

2 The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer.
70% Answer Correctly
timid
frugal
garish
appalling

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 frugal is "thrifty, cheap.", the definition for garish is "Offensively bright.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."

3 Inviolable most nearly means:
84% Answer Correctly
untouchable
celebrated
lenient
flourish

Solution
The definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass." Used in a sentence: Situated on a mountain, with sixteen–foot walls, the castle was inviolable. The definition for flourish is "to make bold, sweeping gestures.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."

4 The singer's prominence ensured that the concert would sell out.
57% Answer Correctly
stealth
beneficial
renown
pathos

Solution
The definition for prominence is "Importance." Used in a sentence: The singer's prominence ensured that the concert would sell out. The definition for stealth is "the act of moving secretly or unnoticed.", the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."

5 "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother.
77% Answer Correctly
melodious
plaudits
prevent
nurture

Solution
The definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance." Used in a sentence: "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother. The definition for plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for nurture is "To further the development of.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."