ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 257118 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.51
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1 Comparable most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
derelict
plaudits
akin
exalt

Solution
The definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent." Used in a sentence: Helen will only accept something of comparable value for her ticket to the concert. The definition for plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for derelict is "Abandoned.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."

2 Proximity most nearly means:
91% Answer Correctly
nearness
adversary
ethical
rail

Solution
The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. The definition for adversary is "one who opposes or resists.", the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards.", and the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language."

3 Refurbish most nearly means:
89% Answer Correctly
renovate
corrective
belated
preclude

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 belated is "past the normal or proper time.", the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct.", and the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance."

4 Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline.
53% Answer Correctly
buffer
revive
upbraid
disdain

Solution
The definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language." Used in a sentence: Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline. The definition for buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt.", and the definition for revive is "To bring back to life."

5 Regurgitate most nearly means:
65% Answer Correctly
spew
polarize
absolve
flourish

Solution
The definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back." Used in a sentence: The teacher wanted us to examine ideas rather than to regurgitate memorized facts. The definition for absolve is "to forgive; to free from guilt.", the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures.", and the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups."