ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 678700 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.61
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1 Extenuating most nearly means:
54% Answer Correctly
absolve
augment
mitigating
awe

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 absolve is "to forgive; to free from guilt.", the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder.", and the definition for augment is "To make greater."

2 The defiant toddler refused to leave the park.
68% Answer Correctly
frugal
rancorous
impudent
revive

Solution
The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for frugal is "thrifty, cheap.", the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will.", and the definition for revive is "To bring back to life."

3 Celebrated most nearly means:
88% Answer Correctly
anthology
pretense
admired
archetypal

Solution
The definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected." Used in a sentence: The fans waited for hours to catch a glimpse of the celebrated actress. The definition for pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example."

4 Liability most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
impenitent
liability
handicap
ecstatic

Solution
The definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage." Used in a sentence: Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill. The definition for impenitent is "lacking remorse.", the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional.", and the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage."

5 Procrastinate most nearly means:
85% Answer Correctly
delay
appalling
pantomime
revive

Solution
The definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally." Used in a sentence: Yvonne's father urged, "Don't procrastinate. Clean your room right away." The definition for pantomime is "telling a story through gestures.", the definition for revive is "To bring back to life.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."