ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 516535 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.61
Score 0% 72%

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1 Jennifer's outspoken criticism of the meal disoncerted the waiter.
61% Answer Correctly
unnerve
disconcert
retroactive
elusive

Solution
The definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion." Used in a sentence: Jennifer's outspoken criticism of the meal disoncerted the waiter. The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", the definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp.", and the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion."

2 Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair.
76% Answer Correctly
proximity
highlight
placebo
liability

Solution
The definition for accentuate is "To emphasize." Used in a sentence: Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair. The definition for placebo is "an inactive substance used in medical testing.", the definition for proximity is "Closeness.", and the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage."

3 The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring.
72% Answer Correctly
melodious
dreary
cunning
prune

Solution
The definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous." Used in a sentence: The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring. The definition for prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."

4 Benefactor most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
revive
flaw
patron
combustion

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The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for revive is "to bring back to life.", the definition for combustion is "Act of burning.", and the definition for flaw is "An imperfection."

5 Colossal most nearly means:
85% Answer Correctly
refurbish
grandiose
gigantic
promote

Solution
The definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous." Used in a sentence: After pushing with all his might, Frank realized he could never move the colossal boulder. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen."