ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 258811 Results

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1 The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success.
82% Answer Correctly
anthology
aesthete
medium
genial

Solution
The definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average." Used in a sentence: The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success. The definition for anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly.", and the definition for aesthete is "Person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty."

2 Karl found Kevin's claim that he was sick dubious, as he had just seen him playing football.
67% Answer Correctly
suspect
accessible
embellish
incisive

Solution
The definition for dubious is "Questionable." Used in a sentence: Karl found Kevin's claim that he was sick dubious, as he had just seen him playing football. The definition for embellish is "to decorate.", the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach.", and the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive."

3 Melodious most nearly means:
53% Answer Correctly
meticulous
equitable
dulcet
ploy

Solution
The definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody." Used in a sentence: The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. The definition for ploy is "a contrived plan.", the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal.", and the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details."

4 Fragile most nearly means:
87% Answer Correctly
frail
repentant
extant
brandish

Solution
The definition for fragile is "Delicate." Used in a sentence: Jade placed the fragile vase out of reach of her rambunctious boys. The definition for extant is "currently existing.", the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret.", and the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly."

5 Accentuate most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
nurture
highlight
inflammatory
stealth

Solution
The definition for accentuate is "To emphasize." Used in a sentence: Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair. The definition for nurture is "to further the development of.", the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger.", and the definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed."