ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 693140 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.36
Score 0% 67%

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1 The words to the song are elusive, as the singer tends to mumble.
66% Answer Correctly
stern
extant
abate
evasive

Solution
The definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp." Used in a sentence: The words to the song are elusive, as the singer tends to mumble. The definition for abate is "become less in amount or intensity.", the definition for extant is "Currently existing.", and the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe."

2 Corrosive most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
refurbish
inflammatory
caustic
corroborate

Solution
The definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic." Used in a sentence: The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry. The definition for refurbish is "to brighten or freshen.", the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence.", and the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger."

3 The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer.
71% Answer Correctly
augment
scapegoat
timid
catastrophic

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 scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for augment is "To make greater.", and the definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune."

4 The extenuating circumstance of Calvin's illness caused the teacher to excuse his lateness.
54% Answer Correctly
mediate
incisive
mitigating
hedonism

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 incisive is "impressively direct and decisive.", the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile.", and the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life."

5 The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value.
86% Answer Correctly
disconcert
defect
insolence
recrimination

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 insolence is "boldness or rudeness.", the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation.", and the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion."