ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 440329 Results

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1 The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces.
80% Answer Correctly
accentuate
redouble
collection
onset

Solution
The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for accentuate is "to emphasize.", the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great.", and the definition for onset is "Beginning."

2 The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene.
55% Answer Correctly
fastidious
corroborate
accentuate
commemorate

Solution
The definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details." Used in a sentence: The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene. The definition for commemorate is "to mark by a ceremony.", the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence.", and the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize."

3 Methodical most nearly means:
75% Answer Correctly
mediate
systematic
fragile
augment

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The definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner." Used in a sentence: Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben. The definition for mediate is "to come between parties in order to reconcile.", the definition for augment is "To make greater.", and the definition for fragile is "Delicate."

4 It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair.
74% Answer Correctly
delight
scapegoat
melodious
indecorous

Solution
The definition for elate is "To fill with joy." Used in a sentence: It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair. The definition for scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."

5 Negate most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
defiant
neutralize
finite
nurture

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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 defiant is "showing bold resistance.", the definition for finite is "Having definite limits.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."