ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 289142 Results

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1 Penurious most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
manifest
frugal
insolence
defiant

Solution
The definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy." Used in a sentence: Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity. The definition for insolence is "boldness or rudeness.", the definition for manifest is "Obvious.", and the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance."

2 Interminable most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
opportune
pantomime
ceaseless
aerate

Solution
The definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless." Used in a sentence: The impatient Zoe found the longwinded lecture interminable. The definition for aerate is "to supply with air.", the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient.", and the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures."

3 Demeanor most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
disposition
refurbish
sociable
distortion

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 sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen.", and the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape."

4 Epistolary most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
intricate
induce
discern
written

Solution
The definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters." Used in a sentence: The shoebox filled with letters was the ony remains of Ming's epistolary friendship with Emile. The definition for induce is "to influence or cause.", the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts.", and the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct."

5 The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes.
91% Answer Correctly
redouble
antidote
nearness
straddle

Solution
The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. The definition for straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts.", and the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great."