ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 636558 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.60
Score 0% 72%

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1 Elusive most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
dubious
evasive
straddle
extenuating

Solution
The definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp." Used in a sentence: The words to the song are elusive, as the singer tends to mumble. The definition for straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."

2 Walter's trove of vintage baseball cards was worth thousands of dollars.
59% Answer Correctly
flaunt
accentuate
cache
scamper

Solution
The definition for trove is "Valuable collection." Used in a sentence: Walter's trove of vintage baseball cards was worth thousands of dollars. The definition for scamper is "to run quickly.", the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize.", and the definition for flaunt is "To display showily."

3 Doreen decided to curtail her spending after she bounced a check.
79% Answer Correctly
condone
exalt
shorten
finite

Solution
The definition for curtail is "To make less." Used in a sentence: Doreen decided to curtail her spending after she bounced a check. The definition for finite is "having definite limits.", the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise.", and the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable."

4 The introduction to the complex novel was, thankfully, written in clear accessible language.
87% Answer Correctly
beneficial
approachable
methodical
aerate

Solution
The definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach." Used in a sentence: The introduction to the complex novel was, thankfully, written in clear accessible language. The definition for aerate is "to supply with air.", the definition for beneficial is "Helpful.", and the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner."

5 Solace most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
fidelity
celebrated
comfort
absolve

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 celebrated is "widely known, respected.", the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful.", and the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt."