ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 414600 Results

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1 The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success.
82% Answer Correctly
medium
disdain
elate
revive

Solution
The definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average." Used in a sentence: The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success. The definition for elate is "to fill with joy.", the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt.", and the definition for revive is "To bring back to life."

2 The gargantuan monster towered over the ten–story bulding.
87% Answer Correctly
enormous
servile
flourish
anthology

Solution
The definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic." Used in a sentence: The gargantuan monster towered over the ten–story bulding. The definition for flourish is "to make bold, sweeping gestures.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive."

3 Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false.
67% Answer Correctly
discern
exasperation
exalt
neutralize

Solution
The definition for negate is "To make invalid." Used in a sentence: Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false. The definition for exasperation is "the state of being irritated.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."

4 Recrimination most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
counterclaim
procrastinate
opportune
frugal

Solution
The definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation." Used in a sentence: Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination. The definition for opportune is "suitable or convenient.", the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap.", and the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally."

5 All Randolph needed to implement his plan was a moonless night and a long rope.
79% Answer Correctly
rail
pretentious
execute
perception

Solution
The definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish." Used in a sentence: All Randolph needed to implement his plan was a moonless night and a long rope. The definition for perception is "capacity for seeing or understanding.", the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language.", and the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims."