ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 573498 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.08
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1 Implausible most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
improbable
inflammatory
genial
exasperation

Solution
The definition for implausible is "Unbelievable." Used in a sentence: Claudia's implausible excuse failed to convince her teacher. The definition for genial is "sympathetic, friendly.", the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger.", and the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated."

2 Pretense most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
extenuating
cover
opportune
ecstatic

Solution
The definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose." Used in a sentence: The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient.", and the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional."

3 Jonah regretted entangling Parker in his legal difficulties.
61% Answer Correctly
embroil
benefactor
drub
fickle

Solution
The definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble." Used in a sentence: Jonah regretted entangling Parker in his legal difficulties. The definition for benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable.", and the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively."

4 Sociable most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
genial
salvage
buffer
benevolent

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 buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."

5 The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day.
53% Answer Correctly
exalt
accentuate
brandish
dulcet

Solution
The definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody." Used in a sentence: The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. The definition for exalt is "to elevate by praise.", the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly.", and the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize."