ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 390447 Results

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Questions 5 5
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1 Extenuating most nearly means:
54% Answer Correctly
mitigating
interminable
demeanor
serenity

Solution
The definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing." Used in a sentence: The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness. The definition for interminable is "never ending, or seemingly endless.", the definition for serenity is "Calmness.", and the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others."

2 Demeanor most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
censure
disposition
aerate
implement

Solution
The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for implement is "to carry out or accomplish.", the definition for aerate is "To supply with air.", and the definition for censure is "To find fault with."

3 The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces.
80% Answer Correctly
interminable
eulogy
drab
collection

Solution
The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for eulogy is "speech or writing in praise of deceased.", the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous.", and the definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless."

4 Duplicity most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
indecorous
deceit
methodical
flourish

Solution
The definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action." Used in a sentence: The life of an undercover detective is filed with necessary duplicity. The definition for indecorous is "in bad taste.", the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures.", and the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner."

5 Brandish most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
immoderate
intricate
extol
flourish

Solution
The definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly." Used in a sentence: The baseball player was fined for brandishing his bat at the opposing pitcher. The definition for intricate is "having complex and interrelated parts.", the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits.", and the definition for extol is "To praise highly."