ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 406152 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.15
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1 Clarence, an irrepressible comic, was held after cass for his buffoonery.
62% Answer Correctly
flagrant
promote
brandish
jocularity

Solution
The definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior." Used in a sentence: Clarence, an irrepressible comic, was held after cass for his buffoonery. The definition for brandish is "to shake or wave menacingly.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive."

2 Sociable most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
genial
duplicity
placebo
trove

Solution
The definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship." Used in a sentence: The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation. The definition for duplicity is "deceptive thought, speech, or action.", the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing.", and the definition for trove is "Valuable collection."

3 Elusive most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
solace
camaraderie
evasive
meticulous

Solution
The definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp." Used in a sentence: The words to the song are elusive, as the singer tends to mumble. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship.", and the definition for solace is "Source of consolation."

4 Mediate most nearly means:
64% Answer Correctly
stealth
arbitrate
deferment
promote

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The definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile." Used in a sentence: The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters. The definition for promote is "to contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", the definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed.", and the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying."

5 Benefactor most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
patron
euphoria
clarity
drub

Solution
The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for drub is "to defeat decisively.", the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness.", and the definition for clarity is "Clearness."