ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 70077 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.69
Score 0% 74%

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1 Pretense most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
impenitent
cover
opportune
futile

Solution
The definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose." Used in a sentence: The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet. The definition for impenitent is "lacking remorse.", the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient.", and the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective."

2 Buffer most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
garish
flaunt
cushion
corroborate

Solution
The definition for buffer is "Protective barrier." Used in a sentence: The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain. The definition for flaunt is "to display showily.", the definition for garish is "Offensively bright.", and the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence."

3 Rosa used her clairvoyance to help Alexander find his lost keys.
58% Answer Correctly
clarity
stifle
divination
supple

Solution
The definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception." Used in a sentence: Rosa used her clairvoyance to help Alexander find his lost keys. The definition for supple is "flexible.", the definition for clarity is "Clearness.", and the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage."

4 Proximity most nearly means:
91% Answer Correctly
regale
preclude
liability
nearness

Solution
The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. The definition for preclude is "to rule out in advance.", the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", and the definition for regale is "To amuse."

5 Crocuses bloom at the onset of spring, sometimes even before the snow melts.
89% Answer Correctly
mandate
start
avian
pomp

Solution
The definition for onset is "Beginning." Used in a sentence: Crocuses bloom at the onset of spring, sometimes even before the snow melts. The definition for mandate is "an official order or commission to do something.", the definition for avian is "Relating to birds.", and the definition for pomp is "Showy display."