ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 519535 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.81
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1 Embellish most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
repentant
corrosive
adorn
gruff

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 corrosive is "bitingly sarcastic.", the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech.", and the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret."

2 Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment.
89% Answer Correctly
indecorous
elusive
rail
renovate

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 rail is "to scold in harsh language.", the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste.", and the definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp."

3 Lenient most nearly means:
78% Answer Correctly
meticulous
merciful
embellish
precept

Solution
The definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant." Used in a sentence: The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for embellish is "To decorate."

4 Mary did the ethical thing and turned in the diamond necklace she found.
82% Answer Correctly
equitable
honorable
methodical
incumbent

Solution
The definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards." Used in a sentence: Mary did the ethical thing and turned in the diamond necklace she found. The definition for methodical is "performed in an orderly manner.", the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility.", and the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal."

5 The refreshing water in the mountain stream was remarkable for its clarity.
71% Answer Correctly
absolve
fidelity
lucidity
solace

Solution
The definition for clarity is "Clearness." Used in a sentence: The refreshing water in the mountain stream was remarkable for its clarity. The definition for absolve is "to forgive; to free from guilt.", the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful.", and the definition for solace is "Source of consolation."