ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 318934 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.32
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1 The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring.
72% Answer Correctly
implement
aesthete
dreary
absolve

Solution
The definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous." Used in a sentence: The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring. The definition for absolve is "to forgive; to free from guilt.", the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish.", and the definition for aesthete is "Person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty."

2 Embellish most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
revoke
adorn
mandate
fickle

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 revoke is "to cancel by taking back.", the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable.", and the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something."

3 Comparable most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
akin
eulogy
civility
indecorous

Solution
The definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent." Used in a sentence: Helen will only accept something of comparable value for her ticket to the concert. The definition for indecorous is "in bad taste.", the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased.", and the definition for civility is "Politeness."

4 Corroborate most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
placebo
verify
promote
comparable

Solution
The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. The definition for comparable is "similar, equivalent.", the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

5 Sheila, who could not resist bragging, flaunted the "A" marked on her test paper.
64% Answer Correctly
derelict
insinuate
camaraderie
parade

Solution
The definition for flaunt is "To display showily." Used in a sentence: Sheila, who could not resist bragging, flaunted the "A" marked on her test paper. The definition for derelict is "abandoned.", the definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly.", and the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship."