ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 712809 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.38
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1 Rhapsody most nearly means:
65% Answer Correctly
extol
ecstasy
turmoil
absolve

Solution
The definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness." Used in a sentence: Lorraine was in rhapsody when she was accepte to the college of her dreams. The definition for absolve is "to forgive; to free from guilt.", the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation.", and the definition for extol is "To praise highly."

2 Appalling most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
dreadful
antidote
placebo
elate

Solution
The definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust." Used in a sentence: Hector found his roommate's habit of leaving his dirty socks on the floor appalling. The definition for antidote is "something that relieves or counteracts.", the definition for elate is "To fill with joy.", and the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing."

3 The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain.
71% Answer Correctly
aesthete
revive
cushion
conduit

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 conduit is "means for transmitting or distributing.", the definition for aesthete is "Person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty.", and the definition for revive is "To bring back to life."

4 The teacher made an exception and let Gina eat her snack in class.
54% Answer Correctly
anomaly
demeanor
melodious
frugal

Solution
The definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply." Used in a sentence: The teacher made an exception and let Gina eat her snack in class. The definition for melodious is "having a pleasing melody.", the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others.", and the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap."

5 Exalt most nearly means:
77% Answer Correctly
flagrant
ecstatic
glorify
advantageous

Solution
The definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise." Used in a sentence: The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism. The definition for ecstatic is "overwhelmingly emotional.", the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."