ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 484709 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.86
Score 0% 77%

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1 Inviolable most nearly means:
84% Answer Correctly
proximity
appraise
supple
untouchable

Solution
The definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass." Used in a sentence: Situated on a mountain, with sixteen–foot walls, the castle was inviolable. The definition for supple is "flexible.", the definition for proximity is "Closeness.", and the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of."

2 The periodic innterruptions of the cuckoo clock prevented Li from concentrating.
81% Answer Correctly
repeated
pomp
insolence
augment

Solution
The definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals." Used in a sentence: The periodic innterruptions of the cuckoo clock prevented Li from concentrating. The definition for augment is "to make greater.", the definition for pomp is "Showy display.", and the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness."

3 In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic.
69% Answer Correctly
compulsion
camaraderie
antiquated
accommodate

Solution
The definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time." Used in a sentence: In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic. The definition for compulsion is "an irresistible impulse.", the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to.", and the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship."

4 The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer.
70% Answer Correctly
duplicity
methodical
timid
grandiose

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 grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action.", and the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner."

5 Combustion most nearly means:
82% Answer Correctly
drab
combustion
igniting
proximity

Solution
The definition for combustion is "Act of burning." Used in a sentence: Campers must use fire with great caution to prevent combustion of the parched brush. The definition for proximity is "closeness.", the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous.", and the definition for combustion is "Act of burning."