ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 267836 Results

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1 Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false.
67% Answer Correctly
neutralize
drab
servile
incumbent

Solution
The definition for negate is "To make invalid." Used in a sentence: Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false. The definition for servile is "fearfully submissive.", the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous.", and the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility."

2 The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters.
64% Answer Correctly
raspy
meticulous
archetypal
arbitrate

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 archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details.", and the definition for raspy is "rough, grating."

3 The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day.
53% Answer Correctly
elusive
dulcet
censure
salvage

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 salvage is "to save from ruin.", the definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp.", and the definition for censure is "To find fault with."

4 Inauspicious most nearly means:
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apathetic
ominous
fragile
redouble

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The definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable." Used in a sentence: Gary believed the black foreboding sky was an inauspicious sign. The definition for fragile is "delicate.", the definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion.", and the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great."

5 Raspy most nearly means:
83% Answer Correctly
harsh
impenitent
absolve
extenuating

Solution
The definition for raspy is "rough, grating." Used in a sentence: After shouting to his players through the long game, the coach's voice was raspy. The definition for absolve is "to forgive; to free from guilt.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse."