ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 262871 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.57
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1 Distortion most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
impenitent
augment
liability
contortion

Solution
The definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape." Used in a sentence: The story about the actress in the gossip column was a distortion of the truth. The definition for impenitent is "lacking remorse.", the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", and the definition for augment is "To make greater."

2 Defiant most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
antidote
induce
implausible
impudent

Solution
The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for implausible is "unbelievable.", the definition for induce is "To influence or cause.", and the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts."

3 The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces.
80% Answer Correctly
derivative
extant
straddle
collection

Solution
The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for extant is "Currently existing.", and the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides."

4 Immoderate most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
obnoxious
excessive
turmoil
distortion

Solution
The definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits." Used in a sentence: Bob's immoderate appetite shocked the guests at the wedding banquet. The definition for turmoil is "extreme confusion, agitation.", the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive.", and the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape."

5 The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors.
74% Answer Correctly
methodical
pathos
extol
complicated

Solution
The definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts." Used in a sentence: The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors. The definition for pathos is "sympathetic pity.", the definition for extol is "To praise highly.", and the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner."