ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 28449 Results

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Correct 0 3.24
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1 Rail most nearly means:
53% Answer Correctly
lurid
interminable
upbraid
aerate

Solution
The definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language." Used in a sentence: Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline. The definition for aerate is "to supply with air.", the definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking.", and the definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless."

2 Although her stomach was in knots, the actress appeared perfectly composed when she took the stage.
59% Answer Correctly
incongruous
civility
heinous
serene

Solution
The definition for composed is "Calm." Used in a sentence: Although her stomach was in knots, the actress appeared perfectly composed when she took the stage. The definition for civility is "politeness.", the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible.", and the definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil."

3 Condone most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
ethical
clairvoyance
cunning
excuse

Solution
The definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable." Used in a sentence: Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself. The definition for clairvoyance is "ability to see things beyond ordinary perception.", the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards.", and the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight."

4 Refurbish most nearly means:
89% Answer Correctly
renovate
benevolent
condone
flagrant

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 condone is "to treat as acceptable.", the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."

5 The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released.
47% Answer Correctly
surplus
obdurate
obnoxious
servile

Solution
The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for servile is "fearfully submissive.", the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive.", and the definition for surplus is "Excess."