ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 582644 Results

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1 Absolve most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
exculpate
disconcert
plaudits
salvage

Solution
The definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt." Used in a sentence: Marta felt greatly relieved after her mother absolved her for breaking the vase. The definition for plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin.", and the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion."

2 The jealous actress called her understudy's performance a ridiculous pantomime.
61% Answer Correctly
condone
promote
charade
eulogy

Solution
The definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures." Used in a sentence: The jealous actress called her understudy's performance a ridiculous pantomime. The definition for condone is "to treat as acceptable.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased."

3 Samir's incisive leadership made him the natural choice for president of the company.
58% Answer Correctly
meticulous
keen
finite
combustion

Solution
The definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive." Used in a sentence: Samir's incisive leadership made him the natural choice for president of the company. The definition for finite is "having definite limits.", the definition for combustion is "Act of burning.", and the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details."

4 Eulogy most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
frugal
homage
servile
extenuating

Solution
The definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased." Used in a sentence: Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral. The definition for servile is "fearfully submissive.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap."

5 Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition.
67% Answer Correctly
colossal
stern
incumbent
patron

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The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for stern is "harsh, severe.", the definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous.", and the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility."