ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 339785 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.32
Score 0% 66%

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1 Inauspicious most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
clairvoyance
ominous
periodic
comprehensible

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 periodic is "occurring at regular intervals.", the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception.", and the definition for comprehensible is "Understandable."

2 Illuminate most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
appalling
pathos
pomp
elucidate

Solution
The definition for illuminate is "To make clear." Used in a sentence: Her excellent lecture illuminated the complicated subject of nuclear physics. The definition for pomp is "showy display.", the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."

3 Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels.
62% Answer Correctly
rehash
adorn
corrosive
lenient

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 corrosive is "bitingly sarcastic.", the definition for rehash is "To discuss again.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."

4 Dubious most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
benefactor
discern
suspect
celebrated

Solution
The definition for dubious is "Questionable." Used in a sentence: Karl found Kevin's claim that he was sick dubious, as he had just seen him playing football. The definition for benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected."

5 Diffident most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
opportune
rhapsody
accentuate
timid

Solution
The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. The definition for rhapsody is "state of great happiness.", the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient.", and the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize."