ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 288742 Results

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1 Clairvoyance most nearly means:
58% Answer Correctly
distortion
antidote
divination
stealth

Solution
The definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception." Used in a sentence: Rosa used her clairvoyance to help Alexander find his lost keys. The definition for distortion is "the act of twisting out of shape.", the definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed.", and the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts."

2 Tamar, a shoe fanatic, could not resist the compulsion to buy the shiny red boots.
81% Answer Correctly
urge
insolence
solace
turmoil

Solution
The definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse." Used in a sentence: Tamar, a shoe fanatic, could not resist the compulsion to buy the shiny red boots. The definition for turmoil is "extreme confusion, agitation.", the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness.", and the definition for solace is "Source of consolation."

3 Demeanor most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
recrimination
extol
punctual
disposition

Solution
The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for recrimination is "a retaliatory accusation.", the definition for extol is "To praise highly.", and the definition for punctual is "On time."

4 Melee most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
brawl
condone
refurbish
methodical

Solution
The definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people." Used in a sentence: After the game, a melee broke out between fans of the opposing teams. The definition for condone is "to treat as acceptable.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen."

5 The frugal shopper only bought items that were on sale.
58% Answer Correctly
rhapsody
awe
perception
sparing

Solution
The definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap." Used in a sentence: The frugal shopper only bought items that were on sale. The definition for awe is "emotion combining dread and wonder.", the definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness.", and the definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding."