ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 299313 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.21
Score 0% 64%

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1 Augment most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
cunning
accessible
enhance
implement

Solution
The definition for augment is "To make greater." Used in a sentence: Wanda read the dictionary every night to augment her vocabulary. The definition for implement is "to carry out or accomplish.", the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach.", and the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight."

2 Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor.
61% Answer Correctly
disposition
repentant
buffer
supple

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 supple is "flexible.", the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier.", and the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret."

3 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
pomp
eulogy
pretentious
turmoil

Solution
The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for eulogy is "speech or writing in praise of deceased.", the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation.", and the definition for pomp is "Showy display."

4 Disconcert most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
unnerve
ethical
salvage
fidelity

Solution
The definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion." Used in a sentence: Jennifer's outspoken criticism of the meal disoncerted the waiter. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful.", and the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin."

5 Embellish most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
placebo
adorn
epistolary
disconcert

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 disconcert is "to throw into confusion.", the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing.", and the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters."