ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 646684 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.22
Score 0% 64%

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1 The teacher suggested the combative student channel his aggression into boxing.
89% Answer Correctly
aggressive
corrective
serenity
censure

Solution
The definition for combative is "Eager to fight." Used in a sentence: The teacher suggested the combative student channel his aggression into boxing. The definition for censure is "to find fault with.", the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct.", and the definition for serenity is "Calmness."

2 Defiant most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
diffident
fragile
benevolent
impudent

Solution
The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for diffident is "lacking self–confidence.", the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful.", and the definition for fragile is "Delicate."

3 Samir's incisive leadership made him the natural choice for president of the company.
58% Answer Correctly
gruff
straddle
keen
redouble

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 gruff is "rough or stern in manner or speech.", the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great.", and the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides."

4 The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses.
53% Answer Correctly
petty
appraise
penurious
drub

Solution
The definition for incidental is "Minor." Used in a sentence: The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses. The definition for drub is "to defeat decisively.", the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy.", and the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of."

5 Helen will only accept something of comparable value for her ticket to the concert.
55% Answer Correctly
grandiose
buffer
akin
pomp

Solution
The definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent." Used in a sentence: Helen will only accept something of comparable value for her ticket to the concert. The definition for buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur.", and the definition for pomp is "Showy display."