ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 575994 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.67
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1 Diffident most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
oblivious
timid
serenity
extol

Solution
The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. The definition for oblivious is "lacking awareness.", the definition for extol is "To praise highly.", and the definition for serenity is "Calmness."

2 Demeanor most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
liability
disposition
accommodate
stifle

Solution
The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for stifle is "to repress or discourage.", the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to.", and the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage."

3 Situated on a mountain, with sixteen–foot walls, the castle was inviolable.
84% Answer Correctly
turmoil
appalling
untouchable
buffoonery

Solution
The definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass." Used in a sentence: Situated on a mountain, with sixteen–foot walls, the castle was inviolable. The definition for buffoonery is "foolish behavior.", the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."

4 Appalling most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
flaw
stifle
dreadful
exasperation

Solution
The definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust." Used in a sentence: Hector found his roommate's habit of leaving his dirty socks on the floor appalling. The definition for stifle is "to repress or discourage.", the definition for flaw is "An imperfection.", and the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated."

5 Mary did the ethical thing and turned in the diamond necklace she found.
82% Answer Correctly
apathetic
inviolable
honorable
buffoonery

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 apathetic is "showing little or no emotion.", the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass.", and the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior."