ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 304239 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.21
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1 Methodical most nearly means:
75% Answer Correctly
systematic
exasperation
abate
solace

Solution
The definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner." Used in a sentence: Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben. The definition for exasperation is "the state of being irritated.", the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity.", and the definition for solace is "Source of consolation."

2 The movie star's iridescent presence charmed even the hardened reporter.
65% Answer Correctly
rehash
shimmering
derelict
catastrophic

Solution
The definition for iridescent is "Having a lustrous or attractivve quality." Used in a sentence: The movie star's iridescent presence charmed even the hardened reporter. The definition for catastrophic is "relating to extreme misfortune.", the definition for rehash is "To discuss again.", and the definition for derelict is "Abandoned."

3 Embellish most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
scapegoat
ploy
adorn
periodic

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 scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan."

4 The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day.
53% Answer Correctly
oblivious
corrective
retroactive
dulcet

Solution
The definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody." Used in a sentence: The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct.", and the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness."

5 Inauspicious most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
ramble
stealth
heinous
ominous

Solution
The definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable." Used in a sentence: Gary believed the black foreboding sky was an inauspicious sign. The definition for ramble is "to wander, physically or in language.", the definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed.", and the definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil."