ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 678299 Results

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1 The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited.
82% Answer Correctly
nurture
courtesy
rancorous
oblivious

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 nurture is "to further the development of.", the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness.", and the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will."

2 Appalling most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
punctual
opportune
pretense
dreadful

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The definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust." Used in a sentence: Hector found his roommate's habit of leaving his dirty socks on the floor appalling. The definition for pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient.", and the definition for punctual is "On time."

3 The stern principal canceled the prom after the seniors played a silly prank.
88% Answer Correctly
defiant
strict
pretense
adversary

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The definition for stern is "Harsh, severe." Used in a sentence: The stern principal canceled the prom after the seniors played a silly prank. The definition for defiant is "showing bold resistance.", the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists.", and the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose."

4 Camaraderie most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
buffoonery
avian
sociability
censure

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The definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship." Used in a sentence: The manager hoped the retreat would increase the camaraderie among the feuding workers. The definition for avian is "relating to birds.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for censure is "To find fault with."

5 The burglar took the ring by stealth, slipping it from the sleeping woman's finger.
60% Answer Correctly
furtiveness
melodious
regale
diffident

Solution
The definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed." Used in a sentence: The burglar took the ring by stealth, slipping it from the sleeping woman's finger. The definition for diffident is "lacking self–confidence.", the definition for regale is "To amuse.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."