ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 493456 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.48
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1 Frugal most nearly means:
58% Answer Correctly
illuminate
sparing
diffident
epitaph

Solution
The definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap." Used in a sentence: The frugal shopper only bought items that were on sale. The definition for epitaph is "brief statement honoring a dead person.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for illuminate is "To make clear."

2 Raucous most nearly means:
82% Answer Correctly
periodic
rowdy
insolence
derelict

Solution
The definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy." Used in a sentence: Serena, who preferred quiet conversation, left the rancous party. The definition for derelict is "abandoned.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness."

3 James finally made his affection manifest when he handed Jessica a red rose.
67% Answer Correctly
buffer
evident
beneficial
melee

Solution
The definition for manifest is "Obvious." Used in a sentence: James finally made his affection manifest when he handed Jessica a red rose. The definition for melee is "a tumultuous fight among several people.", the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."

4 The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success.
82% Answer Correctly
medium
rehash
pantomime
opportune

Solution
The definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average." Used in a sentence: The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success. The definition for opportune is "suitable or convenient.", the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures.", and the definition for rehash is "To discuss again."

5 The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry.
59% Answer Correctly
indecorous
raucous
precept
caustic

Solution
The definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic." Used in a sentence: The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry. The definition for raucous is "noisy, rowdy.", the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."