ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 333988 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.44
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1 The movie star's iridescent presence charmed even the hardened reporter.
65% Answer Correctly
preclude
discern
rehash
shimmering

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 rehash is "to discuss again.", the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance.", and the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct."

2 Corroborate most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
scamper
verify
foil
futile

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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 scamper is "to run quickly.", the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."

3 The manager asked the obnoxious diner to leave the restaurant.
55% Answer Correctly
benevolent
plaudits
objectionable
censure

Solution
The definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive." Used in a sentence: The manager asked the obnoxious diner to leave the restaurant. The definition for plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful.", and the definition for censure is "To find fault with."

4 The refreshing water in the mountain stream was remarkable for its clarity.
71% Answer Correctly
mandate
parity
avian
lucidity

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The definition for clarity is "Clearness." Used in a sentence: The refreshing water in the mountain stream was remarkable for its clarity. The definition for avian is "relating to birds.", the definition for parity is "Equality.", and the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something."

5 Shakespeare's sonnets are considered archetypal love poems
72% Answer Correctly
demeanor
indecorous
classic
plaudits

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The definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example." Used in a sentence: Shakespeare's sonnets are considered archetypal love poems The definition for plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others.", and the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste."