ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 506055 Results

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1 Recrimination most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
accentuate
counterclaim
regurgitate
brandish

Solution
The definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation." Used in a sentence: Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination. The definition for brandish is "to shake or wave menacingly.", the definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back.", and the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize."

2 Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral.
66% Answer Correctly
advantageous
drab
melodious
homage

Solution
The definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased." Used in a sentence: Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral. The definition for melodious is "having a pleasing melody.", the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage.", and the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous."

3 Refurbish most nearly means:
89% Answer Correctly
drab
incidental
renovate
heed

Solution
The definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen." Used in a sentence: Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment. The definition for incidental is "minor.", the definition for heed is "To pay attention to.", and the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous."

4 The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism.
77% Answer Correctly
glorify
insolence
inviolable
gruff

Solution
The definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise." Used in a sentence: The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism. The definition for gruff is "rough or stern in manner or speech.", the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."

5 Charlie was in awe of his uncle, a professional football player and chess champion.
47% Answer Correctly
corroborate
veneration
disdain
fidelity

Solution
The definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder." Used in a sentence: Charlie was in awe of his uncle, a professional football player and chess champion. The definition for disdain is "feeling of contempt.", the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful.", and the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence."