ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 604753 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.53
Score 0% 71%

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1 Fragile most nearly means:
87% Answer Correctly
frail
demean
demeanor
corrosive

Solution
The definition for fragile is "Delicate." Used in a sentence: Jade placed the fragile vase out of reach of her rambunctious boys. The definition for demean is "to lower status.", the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic.", and the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others."

2 Regale most nearly means:
72% Answer Correctly
entertain
insinuate
aerate
melodious

Solution
The definition for regale is "To amuse." Used in a sentence: My clever brother Jeffrey regaled the dinner guests with tales of his adventures. The definition for melodious is "having a pleasing melody.", the definition for aerate is "To supply with air.", and the definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly."

3 Melodious most nearly means:
53% Answer Correctly
solace
dulcet
plaudits
demeanor

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 solace is "source of consolation.", the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval.", and the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others."

4 Elate most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
retroactive
turmoil
delight
clarity

Solution
The definition for elate is "To fill with joy." Used in a sentence: It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair. The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation.", and the definition for clarity is "Clearness."

5 Liability most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
handicap
gargantuan
commemorate
extenuating

Solution
The definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage." Used in a sentence: Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill. The definition for gargantuan is "gigantic.", the definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony.", and the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing."