ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 416364 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.62
Score 0% 72%

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1 Flaw most nearly means:
86% Answer Correctly
negate
impenitent
defect
corroborate

Solution
The definition for flaw is "An imperfection." Used in a sentence: The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value. The definition for corroborate is "to support with evidence.", the definition for negate is "To make invalid.", and the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse."

2 Impenitent most nearly means:
47% Answer Correctly
obdurate
turmoil
foil
pomp

Solution
The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for turmoil is "extreme confusion, agitation.", the definition for pomp is "Showy display.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."

3 Futile most nearly means:
79% Answer Correctly
futile
trove
hopeless
censure

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 censure is "to find fault with.", the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective.", and the definition for trove is "Valuable collection."

4 After the game, a melee broke out between fans of the opposing teams.
80% Answer Correctly
extol
epitaph
extant
brawl

Solution
The definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people." Used in a sentence: After the game, a melee broke out between fans of the opposing teams. The definition for epitaph is "brief statement honoring a dead person.", the definition for extol is "To praise highly.", and the definition for extant is "Currently existing."

5 Archaic most nearly means:
69% Answer Correctly
onset
antiquated
aesthete
promote

Solution
The definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time." Used in a sentence: In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic. The definition for aesthete is "person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty.", the definition for onset is "Beginning.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."