ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 683200 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.20
Score 0% 64%

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1 Finite most nearly means:
86% Answer Correctly
limited
conduit
corroborate
impenitent

Solution
The definition for finite is "Having definite limits." Used in a sentence: The exasperated mother had finite patience for her toddler's tantrums. The definition for corroborate is "to support with evidence.", the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing.", and the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse."

2 Naive most nearly means:
48% Answer Correctly
implausible
buffer
mediate
artless

Solution
The definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom." Used in a sentence: The naive Simon assumed that everyone was as simple and kind as he was. The definition for buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile.", and the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable."

3 Gruff most nearly means:
50% Answer Correctly
extant
surly
beneficial
distortion

Solution
The definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech." Used in a sentence: Heidi's grandfather was gruff, barking stern orders and hardly smiling. The definition for beneficial is "helpful.", the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape.", and the definition for extant is "Currently existing."

4 The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother.
70% Answer Correctly
impudence
hedonism
benevolent
lurid

Solution
The definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness." Used in a sentence: The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother. The definition for lurid is "causing horror, shocking.", the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful.", and the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life."

5 Her excellent lecture illuminated the complicated subject of nuclear physics.
66% Answer Correctly
buffoonery
elucidate
futile
refurbish

Solution
The definition for illuminate is "To make clear." Used in a sentence: Her excellent lecture illuminated the complicated subject of nuclear physics. The definition for buffoonery is "foolish behavior.", the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen.", and the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective."