ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 394345 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.82
Score 0% 76%

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1 The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success.
82% Answer Correctly
medium
genial
incumbent
buffer

Solution
The definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average." Used in a sentence: The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success. The definition for incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly.", and the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier."

2 Censure most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
solace
archetypal
eulogy
blame

Solution
The definition for censure is "To find fault with." Used in a sentence: The critical teacher was quick to censure her students for even small mistakes. The definition for archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for solace is "Source of consolation.", and the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased."

3 Arguing with Andrew is futile because he never changes his mind.
80% Answer Correctly
inviolable
incidental
hopeless
finite

Solution
The definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective." Used in a sentence: Arguing with Andrew is futile because he never changes his mind. The definition for incidental is "minor.", the definition for finite is "Having definite limits.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."

4 The teacher suggested the combative student channel his aggression into boxing.
89% Answer Correctly
aggressive
insolence
anthology
straddle

Solution
The definition for combative is "Eager to fight." Used in a sentence: The teacher suggested the combative student channel his aggression into boxing. The definition for insolence is "boldness or rudeness.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides."

5 Iridescent most nearly means:
65% Answer Correctly
shimmering
benefactor
distortion
anthology

Solution
The definition for iridescent is "Having a lustrous or attractivve quality." Used in a sentence: The movie star's iridescent presence charmed even the hardened reporter. The definition for distortion is "the act of twisting out of shape.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces."