ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 385196 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.14
Score 0% 63%

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1 Kim, an eloquent speaker, was the best choice to make the presentation for the group.
68% Answer Correctly
demean
turmoil
redouble
articulate

Solution
The definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive." Used in a sentence: Kim, an eloquent speaker, was the best choice to make the presentation for the group. The definition for redouble is "to make twice as great.", the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation.", and the definition for demean is "To lower status."

2 Embellish most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
flagrant
adorn
abate
fraud

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 flagrant is "noticeably offensive.", the definition for fraud is "Trick.", and the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity."

3 The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released.
47% Answer Correctly
appalling
obdurate
insolence
inauspicious

Solution
The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for inauspicious is "not favorable.", the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."

4 The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl.
63% Answer Correctly
entangle
oblivious
bitter
prune

Solution
The definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will." Used in a sentence: The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl. The definition for prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness.", and the definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble."

5 Redouble most nearly means:
75% Answer Correctly
absolve
defiant
pomp
intensify

Solution
The definition for redouble is "To make twice as great." Used in a sentence: As the sun began to set, Brittany redoubled her effort to find the necklace she had dropped in the field. The definition for pomp is "showy display.", the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance.", and the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt."