ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 493230 Results

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1 Negate most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
lurid
neutralize
distortion
opportune

Solution
The definition for negate is "To make invalid." Used in a sentence: Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false. The definition for distortion is "the act of twisting out of shape.", the definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking.", and the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient."

2 Demean most nearly means:
49% Answer Correctly
humble
implausible
finite
corrosive

Solution
The definition for demean is "To lower status." Used in a sentence: The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters. The definition for corrosive is "bitingly sarcastic.", the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable.", and the definition for finite is "Having definite limits."

3 Liability most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
inflammatory
negate
handicap
benefactor

Solution
The definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage." Used in a sentence: Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill. The definition for negate is "to make invalid.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger."

4 The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense.
78% Answer Correctly
melee
merciful
diffident
promote

Solution
The definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant." Used in a sentence: The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense. The definition for melee is "a tumultuous fight among several people.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

5 As the sun began to set, Brittany redoubled her effort to find the necklace she had dropped in the field.
75% Answer Correctly
corroborate
intensify
meticulous
revoke

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 revoke is "to cancel by taking back.", the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence.", and the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details."