ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 664882 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.23
Score 0% 65%

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1 After pushing with all his might, Frank realized he could never move the colossal boulder.
86% Answer Correctly
derelict
extol
gigantic
pretense

Solution
The definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous." Used in a sentence: After pushing with all his might, Frank realized he could never move the colossal boulder. The definition for extol is "to praise highly.", the definition for derelict is "Abandoned.", and the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose."

2 Rail most nearly means:
53% Answer Correctly
precept
foil
upbraid
salvage

Solution
The definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language." Used in a sentence: Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline. The definition for precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast.", and the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin."

3 Extenuating most nearly means:
54% Answer Correctly
camaraderie
sociable
extenuating
mitigating

Solution
The definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing." Used in a sentence: The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness. The definition for camaraderie is "spirit of friendship.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship."

4 Straddle most nearly means:
43% Answer Correctly
colossal
ramble
waffle
incongruous

Solution
The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. The definition for incongruous is "not harmonious, incompatible.", the definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous.", and the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language."

5 Refurbish most nearly means:
89% Answer Correctly
exalt
melee
renovate
dubious

Solution
The definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen." Used in a sentence: Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment. The definition for exalt is "to elevate by praise.", the definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."