ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 396272 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.38
Score 0% 68%

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1 Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair.
76% Answer Correctly
prominence
procrastinate
highlight
aesthete

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 aesthete is "person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty.", the definition for prominence is "Importance.", and the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally."

2 Heidi's grandfather was gruff, barking stern orders and hardly smiling.
50% Answer Correctly
sociable
implausible
nurture
surly

Solution
The definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech." Used in a sentence: Heidi's grandfather was gruff, barking stern orders and hardly smiling. The definition for nurture is "to further the development of.", the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship.", and the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable."

3 The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene.
55% Answer Correctly
archetypal
parity
fastidious
celebrated

Solution
The definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details." Used in a sentence: The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene. The definition for celebrated is "widely known, respected.", the definition for parity is "Equality.", and the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example."

4 The fans waited for hours to catch a glimpse of the celebrated actress.
88% Answer Correctly
unscrupulous
admired
methodical
insolence

Solution
The definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected." Used in a sentence: The fans waited for hours to catch a glimpse of the celebrated actress. The definition for methodical is "performed in an orderly manner.", the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness.", and the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles."

5 Insolence most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
trove
buffer
impudence
awe

Solution
The definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness." Used in a sentence: The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother. The definition for trove is "valuable collection.", the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier.", and the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder."