ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 66793 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.15
Score 0% 63%

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1 The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters.
64% Answer Correctly
corrective
ecstatic
arbitrate
elate

Solution
The definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile." Used in a sentence: The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters. The definition for ecstatic is "overwhelmingly emotional.", the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct.", and the definition for elate is "To fill with joy."

2 Elusive most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
flaw
drub
evasive
gargantuan

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 flaw is "an imperfection.", the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively.", and the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic."

3 Surplus most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
surfeit
diffident
celebrated
appalling

Solution
The definition for surplus is "Excess." Used in a sentence: Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party. The definition for celebrated is "widely known, respected.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."

4 Grandiose most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
solace
pretentious
elusive
accommodate

Solution
The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for solace is "source of consolation.", the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to.", and the definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp."

5 Censure most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
scamper
blame
fickle
periodic

Solution
The definition for censure is "To find fault with." Used in a sentence: The critical teacher was quick to censure her students for even small mistakes. The definition for scamper is "to run quickly.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable."