ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 699373 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.39
Score 0% 68%

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1 The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer.
70% Answer Correctly
comprehensible
combative
timid
clairvoyance

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 comprehensible is "understandable.", the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception.", and the definition for combative is "Eager to fight."

2 The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation.
55% Answer Correctly
prominence
genial
induce
perception

Solution
The definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship." Used in a sentence: The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation. The definition for prominence is "importance.", the definition for induce is "To influence or cause.", and the definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding."

3 Accentuate most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
highlight
buffer
rancorous
composed

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 buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will.", and the definition for composed is "Calm."

4 The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day.
53% Answer Correctly
parity
interminable
beneficial
dulcet

Solution
The definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody." Used in a sentence: The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. The definition for interminable is "never ending, or seemingly endless.", the definition for parity is "Equality.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."

5 The exasperated mother had finite patience for her toddler's tantrums.
86% Answer Correctly
inviolable
promote
limited
pretentious

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 pretentious is "making unjustified claims.", the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."