ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 257120 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.64
Score 0% 73%

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1 In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic.
69% Answer Correctly
surplus
antiquated
advantageous
interminable

Solution
The definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time." Used in a sentence: In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic. The definition for interminable is "never ending, or seemingly endless.", the definition for surplus is "Excess.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."

2 The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value.
86% Answer Correctly
antidote
clairvoyance
defect
implausible

Solution
The definition for flaw is "An imperfection." Used in a sentence: The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value. The definition for implausible is "unbelievable.", the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts.", and the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception."

3 "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client.
80% Answer Correctly
verify
untenable
rhapsody
unscrupulous

Solution
The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. The definition for rhapsody is "state of great happiness.", the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

4 The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters.
64% Answer Correctly
salvage
arbitrate
revoke
refurbish

Solution
The definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile." Used in a sentence: The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters. The definition for refurbish is "to brighten or freshen.", the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back.", and the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin."

5 The fairy godmother flourished her wand and turned the pumpkin into a carriage.
64% Answer Correctly
embellish
beneficial
dubious
brandish

Solution
The definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures." Used in a sentence: The fairy godmother flourished her wand and turned the pumpkin into a carriage. The definition for embellish is "to decorate.", the definition for dubious is "Questionable.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."