ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 398165 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.62
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1 Penurious most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
frugal
extol
implausible
anthology

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 implausible is "unbelievable.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for extol is "To praise highly."

2 Inauspicious most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
ominous
promote
revive
repel

Solution
The definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable." Used in a sentence: Gary believed the black foreboding sky was an inauspicious sign. The definition for promote is "to contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", the definition for repel is "To resist, reject.", and the definition for revive is "To bring back to life."

3 Exasperation most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
buffer
irritation
frugal
entangle

Solution
The definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated." Used in a sentence: The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew. The definition for frugal is "thrifty, cheap.", the definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble.", and the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier."

4 Pathos most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
untenable
curtail
diffident
compassion

Solution
The definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity." Used in a sentence: The soldiers cherished the kindly Nurse Nightingale for her pathos. The definition for diffident is "lacking self–confidence.", the definition for curtail is "To make less.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

5 there is no doubt that eating vegetables is beneficial to one's health.
85% Answer Correctly
melodious
benevolent
defiant
advantageous

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 defiant is "showing bold resistance.", the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."