ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 673843 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.24
Score 0% 65%

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1 Revive most nearly means:
85% Answer Correctly
defiant
reanimate
fraud
plaudits

Solution
The definition for revive is "To bring back to life." Used in a sentence: Hank tried to revive Clare's interest in the project, but her enthusiasm had expired. The definition for defiant is "showing bold resistance.", the definition for fraud is "Trick.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."

2 Extenuating most nearly means:
54% Answer Correctly
mitigating
equitable
melee
oblivious

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 equitable is "fair and equal.", the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness.", and the definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people."

3 Absolve most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
placebo
pathos
exculpate
flaw

Solution
The definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt." Used in a sentence: Marta felt greatly relieved after her mother absolved her for breaking the vase. The definition for flaw is "an imperfection.", the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing.", and the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity."

4 Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director.
66% Answer Correctly
liability
buffoonery
exception
living

Solution
The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for exception is "a case to which the rule does not apply.", the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", and the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior."

5 Corrosive most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
scamper
fidelity
censure
caustic

Solution
The definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic." Used in a sentence: The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry. The definition for scamper is "to run quickly.", the definition for censure is "To find fault with.", and the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful."