ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 605142 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.12
Score 0% 62%

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1 Derivative most nearly means:
37% Answer Correctly
accentuate
inviolable
belated
banal

Solution
The definition for derivative is "Lacking originality." Used in a sentence: Critics panned the movie as a derivative version of last year's Best Picture. The definition for accentuate is "to emphasize.", the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."

2 The story about the actress in the gossip column was a distortion of the truth.
61% Answer Correctly
extenuating
equitable
contortion
deferment

Solution
The definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape." Used in a sentence: The story about the actress in the gossip column was a distortion of the truth. The definition for deferment is "the act of delaying.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal."

3 Elate most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
promote
delight
benefactor
pomp

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 pomp is "showy display.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."

4 The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew.
80% Answer Correctly
censure
fidelity
irritation
repel

Solution
The definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated." Used in a sentence: The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew. The definition for fidelity is "state of being faithful.", the definition for repel is "To resist, reject.", and the definition for censure is "To find fault with."

5 Each year, the Franklins commemorate their anniversary by visiting the site of their first date.
59% Answer Correctly
insolence
pantomime
observe
egotist

Solution
The definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony." Used in a sentence: Each year, the Franklins commemorate their anniversary by visiting the site of their first date. The definition for insolence is "boldness or rudeness.", the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures.", and the definition for egotist is "Self–important person."