ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 400499 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.49
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1 Epistolary most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
written
polarize
methodical
obnoxious

Solution
The definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters." Used in a sentence: The shoebox filled with letters was the ony remains of Ming's epistolary friendship with Emile. The definition for polarize is "to break up into opposing groups.", the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive.", and the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner."

2 The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited.
82% Answer Correctly
extenuating
courtesy
accommodate
advantageous

Solution
The definition for civility is "Politeness." Used in a sentence: The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage.", and the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to."

3 The judge made an equitable decision dividing the estate evenly among the sisters.
61% Answer Correctly
melodious
impartial
grandiose
camaraderie

Solution
The definition for equitable is "Fair and equal." Used in a sentence: The judge made an equitable decision dividing the estate evenly among the sisters. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody.", and the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship."

4 Sybil was frustrated by the deferment of her much anticipated vacation.
75% Answer Correctly
authoritarian
postponement
equitable
composed

Solution
The definition for deferment is "The act of delaying." Used in a sentence: Sybil was frustrated by the deferment of her much anticipated vacation. The definition for composed is "calm.", the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal.", and the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority."

5 Regale most nearly means:
72% Answer Correctly
entertain
demean
gravity
promote

Solution
The definition for regale is "To amuse." Used in a sentence: My clever brother Jeffrey regaled the dinner guests with tales of his adventures. The definition for gravity is "importance, significance.", the definition for demean is "To lower status.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."