ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 412365 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.35
Score 0% 67%

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1 Induce most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
meticulous
incite
plaudits
accessible

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 plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach.", and the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details."

2 The sweet cookie was a perfect foil to the sour lemon sorbet.
57% Answer Correctly
accessible
derivative
exalt
complement

Solution
The definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast." Used in a sentence: The sweet cookie was a perfect foil to the sour lemon sorbet. The definition for exalt is "to elevate by praise.", the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach.", and the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality."

3 Arguing with Andrew is futile because he never changes his mind.
80% Answer Correctly
insinuate
hopeless
corrosive
rhapsody

Solution
The definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective." Used in a sentence: Arguing with Andrew is futile because he never changes his mind. The definition for insinuate is "to suggest indirectly.", the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic.", and the definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness."

4 Embellish most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
discern
adorn
periodic
drab

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 discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous."

5 Extant most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
elate
inviolable
melee
living

Solution
The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for inviolable is "secure from assault of trespass.", the definition for elate is "To fill with joy.", and the definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people."