ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 496270 Results

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1 Jason, a notorious gossip, was a conduit for information about his friends.
61% Answer Correctly
belated
compulsion
channel
dubious

Solution
The definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing." Used in a sentence: Jason, a notorious gossip, was a conduit for information about his friends. The definition for compulsion is "an irresistible impulse.", the definition for dubious is "Questionable.", and the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time."

2 Rail most nearly means:
53% Answer Correctly
plaudits
advantageous
upbraid
incongruous

Solution
The definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language." Used in a sentence: Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline. The definition for incongruous is "not harmonious, incompatible.", the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."

3 Inviolable most nearly means:
84% Answer Correctly
abate
untouchable
camaraderie
catastrophic

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 abate is "become less in amount or intensity.", the definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune.", and the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship."

4 Pantomime most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
clarity
camaraderie
extenuating
charade

Solution
The definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures." Used in a sentence: The jealous actress called her understudy's performance a ridiculous pantomime. The definition for camaraderie is "spirit of friendship.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for clarity is "Clearness."

5 Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor.
61% Answer Correctly
preclude
disposition
camaraderie
futile

Solution
The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for futile is "without purpose, completely ineffective.", the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship.", and the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance."