ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 554617 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.60
Score 0% 72%

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1 The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew.
80% Answer Correctly
equitable
buffoonery
celebrated
irritation

Solution
The definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated." Used in a sentence: The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew. The definition for equitable is "fair and equal.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior."

2 Salvage most nearly means:
84% Answer Correctly
rescue
pathos
insinuate
plaudits

Solution
The definition for salvage is "To save from ruin." Used in a sentence: After the fire, Mrs. Han tried to salvage her family photos from the wreckage. The definition for plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly.", and the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity."

3 Facade most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
grandiose
implement
insolence
mask

Solution
The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance." Used in a sentence: Emily's smile is just a facade masking her broken heart. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish.", and the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness."

4 Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class.
75% Answer Correctly
benefactor
suppress
ethical
pathos

Solution
The definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage." Used in a sentence: Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class. The definition for pathos is "sympathetic pity.", the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."

5 Inflammatory most nearly means:
50% Answer Correctly
inviolable
melodious
refurbish
seditious

Solution
The definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger." Used in a sentence: Garth's inflammatory remarks at the party made Gwen furious. The definition for refurbish is "to brighten or freshen.", the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."