ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 606256 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.43
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1 Penurious most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
frugal
absolve
placebo
inviolable

Solution
The definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy." Used in a sentence: Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity. The definition for placebo is "an inactive substance used in medical testing.", the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass.", and the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt."

2 The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty.
68% Answer Correctly
benefactor
glorify
regale
promote

Solution
The definition for extol is "To praise highly." Used in a sentence: The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty. The definition for benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for regale is "To amuse."

3 The gargantuan monster towered over the ten–story bulding.
86% Answer Correctly
defiant
enormous
salvage
pomp

Solution
The definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic." Used in a sentence: The gargantuan monster towered over the ten–story bulding. The definition for salvage is "to save from ruin.", the definition for pomp is "Showy display.", and the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance."

4 The fairy godmother flourished her wand and turned the pumpkin into a carriage.
64% Answer Correctly
brandish
heed
procrastinate
exalt

Solution
The definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures." Used in a sentence: The fairy godmother flourished her wand and turned the pumpkin into a carriage. The definition for exalt is "to elevate by praise.", the definition for heed is "To pay attention to.", and the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally."

5 Solace most nearly means:
69% Answer Correctly
comfort
accentuate
inviolable
embellish

Solution
The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for accentuate is "to emphasize.", the definition for embellish is "To decorate.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."