ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 287038 Results

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1 Lenient most nearly means:
77% Answer Correctly
merciful
buffoonery
induce
rancorous

Solution
The definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant." Used in a sentence: The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense. The definition for induce is "to influence or cause.", the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will.", and the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior."

2 Allison's painting met with plaudits from the critics, who had dismissed her earlier work.
55% Answer Correctly
regurgitate
unscrupulous
regale
kudos

Solution
The definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval." Used in a sentence: Allison's painting met with plaudits from the critics, who had dismissed her earlier work. The definition for unscrupulous is "lacking principles.", the definition for regale is "To amuse.", and the definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back."

3 The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard.
60% Answer Correctly
precept
flagrant
methodical
destitute

Solution
The definition for derelict is "Abandoned." Used in a sentence: The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard. The definition for flagrant is "noticeably offensive.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."

4 Facade most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
turmoil
supple
implausible
mask

Solution
The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance." Used in a sentence: Emily's smile is just a facade masking her broken heart. The definition for turmoil is "extreme confusion, agitation.", the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable.", and the definition for supple is "Flexible."

5 Raspy most nearly means:
83% Answer Correctly
revive
awe
harsh
flourish

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 flourish is "to make bold, sweeping gestures.", the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder.", and the definition for revive is "To bring back to life."