ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 325093 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.55
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1 Periodic most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
elate
abate
repeated
facade

Solution
The definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals." Used in a sentence: The periodic innterruptions of the cuckoo clock prevented Li from concentrating. The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", the definition for elate is "To fill with joy.", and the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity."

2 Drub most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
corroborate
beat
sociable
regale

Solution
The definition for drub is "To defeat decisively." Used in a sentence: The powerful young boxer drubbed the longtime champion. The definition for sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for regale is "To amuse.", and the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence."

3 Exasperation most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
advantageous
pretentious
flaunt
irritation

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 flaunt is "to display showily.", the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage.", and the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims."

4 The hospitable couple was happy to accommodate the needs of their finicky guest.
68% Answer Correctly
turmoil
serenity
oblige
ecstatic

Solution
The definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to." Used in a sentence: The hospitable couple was happy to accommodate the needs of their finicky guest. The definition for ecstatic is "overwhelmingly emotional.", the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation.", and the definition for serenity is "Calmness."

5 Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework.
50% Answer Correctly
absolve
cunning
moderate
altruistic

Solution
The definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful." Used in a sentence: Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework. The definition for cunning is "showing clever insight.", the definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average.", and the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt."