ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 458460 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.66
Score 0% 73%

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1 Clarity most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
lucidity
mediate
drub
finite

Solution
The definition for clarity is "Clearness." Used in a sentence: The refreshing water in the mountain stream was remarkable for its clarity. The definition for drub is "to defeat decisively.", the definition for finite is "Having definite limits.", and the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile."

2 Her excellent lecture illuminated the complicated subject of nuclear physics.
66% Answer Correctly
disdain
elucidate
liability
gruff

Solution
The definition for illuminate is "To make clear." Used in a sentence: Her excellent lecture illuminated the complicated subject of nuclear physics. The definition for gruff is "rough or stern in manner or speech.", 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 disdain is "Feeling of contempt."

3 Diffident most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
intricate
timid
corrosive
incumbent

Solution
The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. The definition for intricate is "having complex and interrelated parts.", the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic.", and the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility."

4 Exasperation most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
parity
demeanor
pomp
irritation

Solution
The definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated." Used in a sentence: The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew. The definition for demeanor is "behavior towards others.", the definition for parity is "Equality.", and the definition for pomp is "Showy display."

5 Futile most nearly means:
79% Answer Correctly
preclude
flaunt
prudent
hopeless

Solution
The definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective." Used in a sentence: Arguing with Andrew is futile because he never changes his mind. The definition for flaunt is "to display showily.", the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd.", and the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance."