ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 448427 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.37
Score 0% 67%

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1 The fans waited for hours to catch a glimpse of the celebrated actress.
87% Answer Correctly
corrosive
admired
retroactive
accentuate

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 corrosive is "bitingly sarcastic.", the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", and the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize."

2 It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair.
74% Answer Correctly
delight
pomp
accommodate
melee

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 melee is "a tumultuous fight among several people.", the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to.", and the definition for pomp is "Showy display."

3 Melee most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
clairvoyance
epistolary
finite
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 epistolary is "contained or carried on in letters.", the definition for finite is "Having definite limits.", and the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception."

4 Incidental most nearly means:
53% Answer Correctly
induce
methodical
promote
petty

Solution
The definition for incidental is "Minor." Used in a sentence: The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses. The definition for induce is "to influence or cause.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

5 Straddle most nearly means:
42% Answer Correctly
waffle
accessible
promote
indecorous

Solution
The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. The definition for promote is "to contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach.", and the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste."