ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 457782 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.41
Score 0% 68%

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1 Drab most nearly means:
72% Answer Correctly
accentuate
benefactor
dreary
heinous

Solution
The definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous." Used in a sentence: The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring. The definition for heinous is "shockingly evil.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize."

2 Unscrupulous most nearly means:
73% Answer Correctly
foil
placebo
incidental
corrupt

Solution
The definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles." Used in a sentence: The unscrupulous salesman was fired for lying to his customers. The definition for foil is "one that enhances or underscores by contrast.", the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing.", and the definition for incidental is "Minor."

3 Mediate most nearly means:
64% Answer Correctly
arbitrate
ploy
scapegoat
preclude

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 scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan.", and the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance."

4 Insolence most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
incumbent
intricate
impudence
exasperation

Solution
The definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness." Used in a sentence: The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother. The definition for intricate is "having complex and interrelated parts.", the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility.", and the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated."

5 Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor.
61% Answer Correctly
refurbish
grandiose
disposition
condone

Solution
The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for condone is "to treat as acceptable.", the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur.", and the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen."