ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 394494 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.55
Score 0% 71%

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1 Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels.
61% Answer Correctly
incongruous
grandiose
adorn
aesthete

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 aesthete is "person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty.", the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."

2 Solace most nearly means:
69% Answer Correctly
grandiose
salvage
comfort
combative

Solution
The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin.", and the definition for combative is "Eager to fight."

3 "Sandra," said her mother, "I am tired of rehashing this same topic over and over."
85% Answer Correctly
benevolent
disconcert
review
aerate

Solution
The definition for rehash is "To discuss again." Used in a sentence: "Sandra," said her mother, "I am tired of rehashing this same topic over and over." The definition for aerate is "to supply with air.", the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."

4 Penurious most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
frugal
clarity
iridescent
liability

Solution
The definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy." Used in a sentence: Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity. The definition for clarity is "clearness.", the definition for iridescent is "Having a lustrous or attractivve quality.", and the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage."

5 Beneficial most nearly means:
84% Answer Correctly
pallid
buffer
advantageous
obnoxious

Solution
The definition for beneficial is "Helpful." Used in a sentence: there is no doubt that eating vegetables is beneficial to one's health. The definition for pallid is "lacking color.", the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier.", and the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive."