ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 513799 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.38
Score 0% 68%

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1 Drub most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
immoderate
equitable
mandate
beat

Solution
The definition for drub is "To defeat decisively." Used in a sentence: The powerful young boxer drubbed the longtime champion. The definition for mandate is "an official order or commission to do something.", the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits.", and the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal."

2 Audrey used her innocent baby brother as a scapegoat for the missing cookies.
56% Answer Correctly
inviolable
corrosive
dupe
conduit

Solution
The definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others." Used in a sentence: Audrey used her innocent baby brother as a scapegoat for the missing cookies. The definition for conduit is "means for transmitting or distributing.", the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass.", and the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic."

3 The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene.
55% Answer Correctly
turmoil
disdain
fragile
fastidious

Solution
The definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details." Used in a sentence: The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene. The definition for fragile is "delicate.", the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt.", and the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation."

4 Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment.
89% Answer Correctly
renovate
incidental
incumbent
serenity

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 incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for incidental is "Minor.", and the definition for serenity is "Calmness."

5 Embellish most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
adorn
iridescent
revoke
turmoil

Solution
The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for iridescent is "having a lustrous or attractivve quality.", the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back.", and the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation."