ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 469475 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.65
Score 0% 73%

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1 The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty.
68% Answer Correctly
recrimination
lenient
fidelity
glorify

Solution
The definition for extol is "To praise highly." Used in a sentence: The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty. The definition for fidelity is "state of being faithful.", the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."

2 Finite most nearly means:
86% Answer Correctly
promote
dubious
corroborate
limited

Solution
The definition for finite is "Having definite limits." Used in a sentence: The exasperated mother had finite patience for her toddler's tantrums. The definition for corroborate is "to support with evidence.", the definition for dubious is "Questionable.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

3 Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director.
66% Answer Correctly
revoke
living
authoritarian
stern

Solution
The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for stern is "harsh, severe.", the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back.", and the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority."

4 As the sun began to set, Brittany redoubled her effort to find the necklace she had dropped in the field.
75% Answer Correctly
euphoria
intensify
rancorous
compulsion

Solution
The definition for redouble is "To make twice as great." Used in a sentence: As the sun began to set, Brittany redoubled her effort to find the necklace she had dropped in the field. The definition for euphoria is "feeling of great happiness.", the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse.", and the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will."

5 Incongruous most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
parity
gravity
grandiose
inappropriate

Solution
The definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible." Used in a sentence: Sadie's cowboy hat was incongruous with her black cocktail dress. The definition for gravity is "importance, significance.", the definition for parity is "Equality.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."