ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 483561 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.17
Score 0% 63%

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1 Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels.
61% Answer Correctly
elusive
servile
obnoxious
adorn

Solution
The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for servile is "fearfully submissive.", the definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp.", and the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive."

2 Sociable most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
supple
genial
obnoxious
turmoil

Solution
The definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship." Used in a sentence: The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation. The definition for turmoil is "extreme confusion, agitation.", the definition for supple is "Flexible.", and the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive."

3 Her excellent lecture illuminated the complicated subject of nuclear physics.
67% Answer Correctly
immoderate
elucidate
plaudits
authoritarian

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 plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority.", and the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits."

4 The shoebox filled with letters was the ony remains of Ming's epistolary friendship with Emile.
59% Answer Correctly
diffident
regurgitate
written
composed

Solution
The definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters." Used in a sentence: The shoebox filled with letters was the ony remains of Ming's epistolary friendship with Emile. The definition for regurgitate is "to pour out or throw back.", the definition for composed is "Calm.", and the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence."

5 Bob's immoderate appetite shocked the guests at the wedding banquet.
74% Answer Correctly
moderate
combative
excessive
scamper

Solution
The definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits." Used in a sentence: Bob's immoderate appetite shocked the guests at the wedding banquet. The definition for moderate is "tending toward the average.", the definition for combative is "Eager to fight.", and the definition for scamper is "To run quickly."