ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 391655 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.82
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1 Plaudits most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
accommodate
flagrant
corroborate
kudos

Solution
The definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval." Used in a sentence: Allison's painting met with plaudits from the critics, who had dismissed her earlier work. The definition for accommodate is "to give consideration to.", the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive.", and the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence."

2 The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes.
91% Answer Correctly
straddle
flaunt
nearness
scamper

Solution
The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. The definition for scamper is "to run quickly.", the definition for flaunt is "To display showily.", and the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides."

3 Fidelity most nearly means:
84% Answer Correctly
corrective
incumbent
loyalty
opportune

Solution
The definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful." Used in a sentence: Unlike her fickle friend Benji, May Belle was known for her fidelity. The definition for incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient.", and the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct."

4 Appalling most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
dreadful
aerate
incisive
precept

Solution
The definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust." Used in a sentence: Hector found his roommate's habit of leaving his dirty socks on the floor appalling. The definition for incisive is "impressively direct and decisive.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for aerate is "To supply with air."

5 Sinead, who did not like confrontation, insinuated that Beth was lying.
82% Answer Correctly
impenitent
straddle
imply
garish

Solution
The definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly." Used in a sentence: Sinead, who did not like confrontation, insinuated that Beth was lying. The definition for garish is "offensively bright.", the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides.", and the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse."