ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 270319 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.47
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1 Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college.
69% Answer Correctly
revoke
comfort
absolve
adversary

Solution
The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for absolve is "to forgive; to free from guilt.", the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists.", and the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back."

2 The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters.
49% Answer Correctly
flaunt
absolve
humble
gruff

Solution
The definition for demean is "To lower status." Used in a sentence: The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters. The definition for gruff is "rough or stern in manner or speech.", the definition for flaunt is "To display showily.", and the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt."

3 Iridescent most nearly means:
65% Answer Correctly
shimmering
celebrated
punctual
pallid

Solution
The definition for iridescent is "Having a lustrous or attractivve quality." Used in a sentence: The movie star's iridescent presence charmed even the hardened reporter. The definition for punctual is "on time.", the definition for pallid is "Lacking color.", and the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected."

4 Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben.
75% Answer Correctly
systematic
mandate
mediate
disdain

Solution
The definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner." Used in a sentence: Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben. The definition for mediate is "to come between parties in order to reconcile.", the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something.", and the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt."

5 Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment.
89% Answer Correctly
revoke
promote
renovate
illuminate

Solution
The definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen." Used in a sentence: Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment. The definition for illuminate is "to make clear.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back."