ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 387041 Results

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1 The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring.
72% Answer Correctly
trove
advantageous
dreary
precept

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 advantageous is "giving an advantage.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for trove is "Valuable collection."

2 The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors.
74% Answer Correctly
complicated
solace
mundane
aerate

Solution
The definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts." Used in a sentence: The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors. The definition for solace is "source of consolation.", the definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary.", and the definition for aerate is "To supply with air."

3 Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair.
76% Answer Correctly
duplicity
curtail
accessible
highlight

Solution
The definition for accentuate is "To emphasize." Used in a sentence: Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair. The definition for duplicity is "deceptive thought, speech, or action.", the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach.", and the definition for curtail is "To make less."

4 Karl found Kevin's claim that he was sick dubious, as he had just seen him playing football.
68% Answer Correctly
immoderate
suspect
fragile
embellish

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 embellish is "to decorate.", the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits.", and the definition for fragile is "Delicate."

5 Jennifer's outspoken criticism of the meal disoncerted the waiter.
61% Answer Correctly
pretentious
repentant
appraise
unnerve

Solution
The definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion." Used in a sentence: Jennifer's outspoken criticism of the meal disoncerted the waiter. The definition for pretentious is "making unjustified claims.", the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of.", and the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret."