ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 566605 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 2.86
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1 The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain.
71% Answer Correctly
cushion
redouble
obnoxious
iridescent

Solution
The definition for buffer is "Protective barrier." Used in a sentence: The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain. The definition for iridescent is "having a lustrous or attractivve quality.", the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive.", and the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great."

2 The naive Simon assumed that everyone was as simple and kind as he was.
48% Answer Correctly
artless
derelict
facade
iridescent

Solution
The definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom." Used in a sentence: The naive Simon assumed that everyone was as simple and kind as he was. The definition for derelict is "abandoned.", the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", and the definition for iridescent is "Having a lustrous or attractivve quality."

3 The executive was fired for his flagrant abuse of the company expense account.
49% Answer Correctly
exasperation
inviolable
glaring
mundane

Solution
The definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive." Used in a sentence: The executive was fired for his flagrant abuse of the company expense account. The definition for mundane is "practical, ordinary.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."

4 Rancorous most nearly means:
63% Answer Correctly
interminable
bitter
buffoonery
meticulous

Solution
The definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will." Used in a sentence: The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl. The definition for interminable is "never ending, or seemingly endless.", the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details.", and the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior."

5 The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation.
56% Answer Correctly
genial
discern
ploy
aerate

Solution
The definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship." Used in a sentence: The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation. The definition for aerate is "to supply with air.", the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan.", and the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct."