ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 446194 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.09
Score 0% 62%

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1 Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework.
50% Answer Correctly
altruistic
stifle
repentant
mundane

Solution
The definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful." Used in a sentence: Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework. The definition for mundane is "practical, ordinary.", the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret.", and the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage."

2 The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day.
53% Answer Correctly
incumbent
combative
dulcet
straddle

Solution
The definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody." Used in a sentence: The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. The definition for straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility.", and the definition for combative is "Eager to fight."

3 The fans waited for hours to catch a glimpse of the celebrated actress.
87% Answer Correctly
procrastinate
rehash
polarize
admired

Solution
The definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected." Used in a sentence: The fans waited for hours to catch a glimpse of the celebrated actress. The definition for rehash is "to discuss again.", the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally.", and the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups."

4 The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene.
55% Answer Correctly
egotist
fastidious
ploy
liability

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 egotist is "self–important person.", the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", and the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan."

5 The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters.
64% Answer Correctly
perception
advantageous
arbitrate
futile

Solution
The definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile." Used in a sentence: The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters. The definition for perception is "capacity for seeing or understanding.", the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."