ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 68553 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.38
Score 0% 68%

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1 Mediate most nearly means:
64% Answer Correctly
arbitrate
drab
clairvoyance
eloquent

Solution
The definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile." Used in a sentence: The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters. The definition for eloquent is "fluent, expressive.", the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous.", and the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception."

2 Penurious most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
perception
frugal
advantageous
corrective

Solution
The definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy." Used in a sentence: Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity. The definition for perception is "capacity for seeing or understanding.", the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."

3 Corrosive most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
caustic
punctual
scamper
meticulous

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 punctual is "On time.", and the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details."

4 Drab most nearly means:
72% Answer Correctly
absolve
extenuating
dreary
intricate

Solution
The definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous." Used in a sentence: The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts.", and the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt."

5 Jade placed the fragile vase out of reach of her rambunctious boys.
87% Answer Correctly
frail
flaunt
colossal
grandiose

Solution
The definition for fragile is "Delicate." Used in a sentence: Jade placed the fragile vase out of reach of her rambunctious boys. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for flaunt is "To display showily.", and the definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous."