ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 400203 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.86
Score 0% 77%

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1 It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair.
74% Answer Correctly
adversary
promote
delight
eulogy

Solution
The definition for elate is "To fill with joy." Used in a sentence: It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair. The definition for eulogy is "speech or writing in praise of deceased.", the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

2 Indecorous most nearly means:
69% Answer Correctly
vulgar
equitable
implausible
beneficial

Solution
The definition for indecorous is "In bad taste." Used in a sentence: My parents banned Chad from our house because of his indecorous behavior at dinner. The definition for equitable is "fair and equal.", the definition for beneficial is "Helpful.", and the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable."

3 Proximity most nearly means:
91% Answer Correctly
futile
nearness
absolve
belated

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 futile is "without purpose, completely ineffective.", the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time.", and the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt."

4 Insolence most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
impudence
preclude
diffident
elusive

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 preclude is "to rule out in advance.", the definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp.", and the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence."

5 Nurture most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
foster
civility
penurious
grandiose

Solution
The definition for nurture is "To further the development of." Used in a sentence: Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens. The definition for civility is "politeness.", the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."