ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 683791 Results

Your Results Global Average
Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.81
Score 0% 76%

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1 The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer.
70% Answer Correctly
timid
celebrated
illuminate
epitaph

Solution
The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. The definition for illuminate is "to make clear.", the definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person.", and the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected."

2 Flaw most nearly means:
86% Answer Correctly
illuminate
defiant
accentuate
defect

Solution
The definition for flaw is "An imperfection." Used in a sentence: The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value. The definition for defiant is "showing bold resistance.", the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize.", and the definition for illuminate is "To make clear."

3 Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair.
76% Answer Correctly
rancorous
highlight
epistolary
accentuate

Solution
The definition for accentuate is "To emphasize." Used in a sentence: Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair. The definition for rancorous is "marked by deep ill–will.", the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters.", and the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize."

4 Defiant most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
untenable
melee
impudent
prune

Solution
The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for melee is "a tumultuous fight among several people.", the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended.", and the definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess."

5 Melee most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
fraud
brawl
precept
corroborate

Solution
The definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people." Used in a sentence: After the game, a melee broke out between fans of the opposing teams. The definition for fraud is "trick.", the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."