ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 718344 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.42
Score 0% 68%

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1 The nurse was worried by the patient's pallid face and shallow breathing.
80% Answer Correctly
illuminate
avian
pale
revoke

Solution
The definition for pallid is "Lacking color." Used in a sentence: The nurse was worried by the patient's pallid face and shallow breathing. The definition for avian is "relating to birds.", the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back.", and the definition for illuminate is "To make clear."

2 Corrosive most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
caustic
exasperation
preclude
clarity

Solution
The definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic." Used in a sentence: The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry. The definition for exasperation is "the state of being irritated.", the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance.", and the definition for clarity is "Clearness."

3 Melodious most nearly means:
53% Answer Correctly
dulcet
straddle
onset
lenient

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 onset is "beginning.", the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."

4 Salvage most nearly means:
84% Answer Correctly
rescue
celebrated
combative
rehash

Solution
The definition for salvage is "To save from ruin." Used in a sentence: After the fire, Mrs. Han tried to salvage her family photos from the wreckage. The definition for combative is "eager to fight.", the definition for rehash is "To discuss again.", and the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected."

5 Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition.
67% Answer Correctly
patron
penurious
disdain
promote

Solution
The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for penurious is "extrememly stingy.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt."