ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 699438 Results

Your Results Global Average
Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.90
Score 0% 78%

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1 Liability most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
egotist
lenient
handicap
flaunt

Solution
The definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage." Used in a sentence: Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill. The definition for egotist is "self–important person.", the definition for flaunt is "To display showily.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."

2 Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben.
75% Answer Correctly
systematic
benevolent
obnoxious
ethical

Solution
The definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner." Used in a sentence: Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful.", and the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive."

3 Corroborate most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
extant
verify
buffer
incisive

Solution
The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. The definition for incisive is "impressively direct and decisive.", the definition for extant is "Currently existing.", and the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier."

4 They were ecstatic when their team won the championship game in the last second.
88% Answer Correctly
pantomime
foil
buffoonery
overjoyed

Solution
The definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional." Used in a sentence: They were ecstatic when their team won the championship game in the last second. The definition for pantomime is "telling a story through gestures.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."

5 Tamar, a shoe fanatic, could not resist the compulsion to buy the shiny red boots.
81% Answer Correctly
opportune
elusive
urge
exalt

Solution
The definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse." Used in a sentence: Tamar, a shoe fanatic, could not resist the compulsion to buy the shiny red boots. The definition for exalt is "to elevate by praise.", the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient.", and the definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp."