ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 514350 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.49
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1 Abate most nearly means:
65% Answer Correctly
entangle
penurious
subside
garish

Solution
The definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity." Used in a sentence: Just when it seemed the rain would never stop, the storm suddenly began to abate. The definition for penurious is "extrememly stingy.", the definition for garish is "Offensively bright.", and the definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble."

2 The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors.
59% Answer Correctly
regurgitate
gargantuan
demeanor
gaudy

Solution
The definition for garish is "Offensively bright." Used in a sentence: The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors. The definition for demeanor is "behavior towards others.", the definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back.", and the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic."

3 "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client.
80% Answer Correctly
advantageous
verify
facade
opportune

Solution
The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage.", and the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient."

4 Immoderate most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
excessive
appalling
inflammatory
scapegoat

Solution
The definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits." Used in a sentence: Bob's immoderate appetite shocked the guests at the wedding banquet. The definition for scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust.", and the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger."

5 The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer.
70% Answer Correctly
fragile
elate
inviolable
timid

Solution
The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. The definition for inviolable is "secure from assault of trespass.", the definition for fragile is "Delicate.", and the definition for elate is "To fill with joy."