ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 650184 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.72
Score 0% 74%

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1 Melee most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
derelict
refurbish
brawl
incumbent

Solution
The definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people." Used in a sentence: After the game, a melee broke out between fans of the opposing teams. The definition for incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for derelict is "Abandoned.", and the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen."

2 The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited.
82% Answer Correctly
repel
grandiose
buffoonery
courtesy

Solution
The definition for civility is "Politeness." Used in a sentence: The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited. The definition for buffoonery is "foolish behavior.", the definition for repel is "To resist, reject.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."

3 The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry.
59% Answer Correctly
methodical
caustic
facade
ramble

Solution
The definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic." Used in a sentence: The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry. The definition for methodical is "performed in an orderly manner.", the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", and the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language."

4 Fickle most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
eulogy
erratic
exasperation
solace

Solution
The definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable." Used in a sentence: The fickle Senji had a new best friend every month. The definition for exasperation is "the state of being irritated.", the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased.", and the definition for solace is "Source of consolation."

5 Proximity most nearly means:
91% Answer Correctly
nearness
retroactive
diffident
supple

Solution
The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. The definition for diffident is "lacking self–confidence.", the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", and the definition for supple is "Flexible."