ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 411644 Results

Your Results Global Average
Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.60
Score 0% 72%

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1 Liability most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
precept
demeanor
handicap
facade

Solution
The definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage." Used in a sentence: Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill. The definition for demeanor is "behavior towards others.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."

2 Pretense most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
cover
proximity
unscrupulous
prominence

Solution
The definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose." Used in a sentence: The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet. The definition for prominence is "importance.", the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."

3 Simone, an expert in African sculpture, was asked to appraise the ambassador's collection of masks.
68% Answer Correctly
assess
combative
stern
mediate

Solution
The definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of." Used in a sentence: Simone, an expert in African sculpture, was asked to appraise the ambassador's collection of masks. The definition for stern is "harsh, severe.", the definition for combative is "Eager to fight.", and the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile."

4 Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment.
89% Answer Correctly
ploy
renovate
genial
precept

Solution
The definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen." Used in a sentence: Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment. The definition for ploy is "a contrived plan.", the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."

5 Immoderate most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
buffer
excessive
illuminate
procrastinate

Solution
The definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits." Used in a sentence: Bob's immoderate appetite shocked the guests at the wedding banquet. The definition for illuminate is "to make clear.", the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier.", and the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally."