ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 661939 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.78
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1 Untenable most nearly means:
64% Answer Correctly
baseless
raspy
colossal
nurture

Solution
The definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended." Used in a sentence: Rashid made the untenable statement that George Washington was the second president of the United States. The definition for colossal is "immense, enormous.", the definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."

2 Foil most nearly means:
57% Answer Correctly
complement
pretense
incongruous
rehash

Solution
The definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast." Used in a sentence: The sweet cookie was a perfect foil to the sour lemon sorbet. The definition for pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for rehash is "To discuss again.", and the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible."

3 Accentuate most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
serenity
placebo
highlight
prominence

Solution
The definition for accentuate is "To emphasize." Used in a sentence: Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair. The definition for placebo is "an inactive substance used in medical testing.", the definition for prominence is "Importance.", and the definition for serenity is "Calmness."

4 Martha reluctantly obeyed the mandate to vacate her apartment.
89% Answer Correctly
grandiose
colossal
command
derelict

Solution
The definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something." Used in a sentence: Martha reluctantly obeyed the mandate to vacate her apartment. The definition for colossal is "immense, enormous.", the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur.", and the definition for derelict is "Abandoned."

5 Antidote most nearly means:
91% Answer Correctly
fidelity
benefactor
incumbent
cure

Solution
The definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts." Used in a sentence: Veronique found that listening to French music was an antidote for her homesickness. The definition for fidelity is "state of being faithful.", the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."