ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 440220 Results

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1 Sybil was frustrated by the deferment of her much anticipated vacation.
75% Answer Correctly
insolence
condone
postponement
demean

Solution
The definition for deferment is "The act of delaying." Used in a sentence: Sybil was frustrated by the deferment of her much anticipated vacation. The definition for insolence is "boldness or rudeness.", the definition for demean is "To lower status.", and the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable."

2 The fickle Senji had a new best friend every month.
60% Answer Correctly
awe
rhapsody
belated
erratic

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The definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable." Used in a sentence: The fickle Senji had a new best friend every month. The definition for awe is "emotion combining dread and wonder.", the definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness.", and the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time."

3 Condone most nearly means:
77% Answer Correctly
combustion
excuse
scapegoat
fragile

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The definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable." Used in a sentence: Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself. The definition for fragile is "delicate.", the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others.", and the definition for combustion is "Act of burning."

4 The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors.
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accessible
anthology
archaic
complicated

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The definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts." Used in a sentence: The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors. The definition for anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach.", and the definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time."

5 Bob's immoderate appetite shocked the guests at the wedding banquet.
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meticulous
excessive
anthology
methodical

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 methodical is "performed in an orderly manner.", the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details.", and the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces."