ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 411044 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.27
Score 0% 65%

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1 Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels.
61% Answer Correctly
rancorous
demeanor
foil
adorn

Solution
The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for foil is "one that enhances or underscores by contrast.", the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others.", and the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will."

2 Extol most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
corrosive
glorify
scamper
straddle

Solution
The definition for extol is "To praise highly." Used in a sentence: The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty. The definition for corrosive is "bitingly sarcastic.", the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides.", and the definition for scamper is "To run quickly."

3 Aerate most nearly means:
72% Answer Correctly
aerate
precept
oxygenate
buffoonery

Solution
The definition for aerate is "To supply with air." Used in a sentence: Every spring, Soloman used his tiller to aerate the compact soil. The definition for aerate is "to supply with air.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."

4 The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche.
71% Answer Correctly
incite
eulogy
regurgitate
repentant

Solution
The definition for induce is "To influence or cause." Used in a sentence: The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche. The definition for regurgitate is "to pour out or throw back.", the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret.", and the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased."

5 Egotist most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
immoderate
blowhard
corrective
embellish

Solution
The definition for egotist is "Self–important person." Used in a sentence: Darren dreaded carpooling with the egotist Shelly, who talked about herself nonstop. The definition for immoderate is "beyond usual or proper limits.", the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct.", and the definition for embellish is "To decorate."