ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 298590 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.26
Score 0% 65%

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1 The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate.
71% Answer Correctly
finite
incongruous
detect
derivative

Solution
The definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct." Used in a sentence: The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate. The definition for incongruous is "not harmonious, incompatible.", the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality.", and the definition for finite is "Having definite limits."

2 Benefactor most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
impenitent
rail
exalt
patron

Solution
The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for rail is "to scold in harsh language.", the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."

3 Embellish most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
authoritarian
lenient
adorn
unscrupulous

Solution
The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for unscrupulous is "lacking principles.", the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant.", and the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority."

4 Awe most nearly means:
47% Answer Correctly
antidote
pantomime
stern
veneration

Solution
The definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder." Used in a sentence: Charlie was in awe of his uncle, a professional football player and chess champion. The definition for stern is "harsh, severe.", the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts.", and the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures."

5 Exasperation most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
duplicity
irritation
stifle
authoritarian

Solution
The definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated." Used in a sentence: The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew. The definition for duplicity is "deceptive thought, speech, or action.", the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage.", and the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority."