ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 719737 Results

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1 Extol most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
precept
glorify
punctual
plaudits

Solution
The definition for extol is "To praise highly." Used in a sentence: The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty. The definition for punctual is "on time.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."

2 Sociable most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
recrimination
flourish
rhapsody
genial

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 flourish is "to make bold, sweeping gestures.", the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation.", and the definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness."

3 The soldiers cherished the kindly Nurse Nightingale for her pathos.
74% Answer Correctly
brandish
pretentious
compassion
raucous

Solution
The definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity." Used in a sentence: The soldiers cherished the kindly Nurse Nightingale for her pathos. The definition for raucous is "noisy, rowdy.", the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims.", and the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly."

4 Equitable most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
absolve
futile
impartial
promote

Solution
The definition for equitable is "Fair and equal." Used in a sentence: The judge made an equitable decision dividing the estate evenly among the sisters. The definition for promote is "to contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt.", and the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective."

5 Celebrated most nearly means:
88% Answer Correctly
exalt
belated
admired
onset

Solution
The definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected." Used in a sentence: The fans waited for hours to catch a glimpse of the celebrated actress. The definition for exalt is "to elevate by praise.", the definition for onset is "Beginning.", and the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time."