ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 574912 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.60
Score 0% 72%

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1 Insinuate most nearly means:
82% Answer Correctly
flaw
imply
incidental
foil

Solution
The definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly." Used in a sentence: Sinead, who did not like confrontation, insinuated that Beth was lying. The definition for incidental is "minor.", the definition for flaw is "An imperfection.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."

2 Eloquent most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
embellish
compulsion
combustion
articulate

Solution
The definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive." Used in a sentence: Kim, an eloquent speaker, was the best choice to make the presentation for the group. The definition for compulsion is "an irresistible impulse.", the definition for embellish is "To decorate.", and the definition for combustion is "Act of burning."

3 Ploy most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
grandiose
refurbish
strategem
celebrated

Solution
The definition for ploy is "A contrived plan." Used in a sentence: Sarah thought George's ploy of borrowing her notes was a cowardly way to ask her out. The definition for celebrated is "widely known, respected.", the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."

4 Drab most nearly means:
72% Answer Correctly
dreary
egotist
pallid
implausible

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 implausible is "unbelievable.", the definition for egotist is "Self–important person.", and the definition for pallid is "Lacking color."

5 Lenient most nearly means:
78% Answer Correctly
untenable
civility
merciful
meticulous

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 civility is "politeness.", the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."