ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 260386 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.36
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1 Absolve most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
periodic
exculpate
inviolable
defiant

Solution
The definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt." Used in a sentence: Marta felt greatly relieved after her mother absolved her for breaking the vase. The definition for inviolable is "secure from assault of trespass.", the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance.", and the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals."

2 Rancorous most nearly means:
63% Answer Correctly
melodious
repentant
bitter
plaudits

Solution
The definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will." Used in a sentence: The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl. The definition for melodious is "having a pleasing melody.", the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."

3 Clarence, an irrepressible comic, was held after cass for his buffoonery.
62% Answer Correctly
accentuate
precept
exception
jocularity

Solution
The definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior." Used in a sentence: Clarence, an irrepressible comic, was held after cass for his buffoonery. The definition for exception is "a case to which the rule does not apply.", the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."

4 Censure most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
frugal
blame
rancorous
mandate

Solution
The definition for censure is "To find fault with." Used in a sentence: The critical teacher was quick to censure her students for even small mistakes. The definition for mandate is "an official order or commission to do something.", the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap.", and the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will."

5 Serenity most nearly means:
86% Answer Correctly
insinuate
insolence
peace
meticulous

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 insinuate is "to suggest indirectly.", the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details.", and the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness."