ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 280094 Results

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1 Deferment most nearly means:
75% Answer Correctly
extant
finite
genial
postponement

Solution
The definition for deferment is "The act of delaying." Used in a sentence: Sybil was frustrated by the deferment of her much anticipated vacation. The definition for extant is "currently existing.", the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly.", and the definition for finite is "Having definite limits."

2 Pomp most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
pretentious
induce
trove
pageantry

Solution
The definition for pomp is "Showy display." Used in a sentence: Jan couldn't help enjoying the pomp of the elaborate wedding ceremony. The definition for trove is "valuable collection.", the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims.", and the definition for induce is "To influence or cause."

3 Buffer most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
cushion
periodic
elate
regale

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The definition for buffer is "Protective barrier." Used in a sentence: The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain. The definition for elate is "to fill with joy.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for regale is "To amuse."

4 Campers must use fire with great caution to prevent combustion of the parched brush.
82% Answer Correctly
awe
curtail
refurbish
igniting

Solution
The definition for combustion is "Act of burning." Used in a sentence: Campers must use fire with great caution to prevent combustion of the parched brush. The definition for awe is "emotion combining dread and wonder.", the definition for curtail is "To make less.", and the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen."

5 The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother.
71% Answer Correctly
sociable
untenable
beneficial
impudence

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The definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness." Used in a sentence: The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother. The definition for beneficial is "helpful.", the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended.", and the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship."