ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 727433 Results

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Questions 5 5
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1 Dubious most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
exalt
suspect
accommodate
stifle

Solution
The definition for dubious is "Questionable." Used in a sentence: Karl found Kevin's claim that he was sick dubious, as he had just seen him playing football. The definition for exalt is "to elevate by praise.", the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to.", and the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage."

2 Penurious most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
unscrupulous
nurture
frugal
lenient

Solution
The definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy." Used in a sentence: Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity. The definition for lenient is "mild or tolerant.", the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."

3 The naive Simon assumed that everyone was as simple and kind as he was.
48% Answer Correctly
combustion
untenable
artless
servile

Solution
The definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom." Used in a sentence: The naive Simon assumed that everyone was as simple and kind as he was. The definition for untenable is "not able to be defended.", the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive.", and the definition for combustion is "Act of burning."

4 Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition.
67% Answer Correctly
patron
futile
liability
turmoil

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 futile is "without purpose, completely ineffective.", the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation.", and the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage."

5 After shouting to his players through the long game, the coach's voice was raspy.
83% Answer Correctly
commemorate
unscrupulous
disdain
harsh

Solution
The definition for raspy is "rough, grating." Used in a sentence: After shouting to his players through the long game, the coach's voice was raspy. The definition for disdain is "feeling of contempt.", the definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony.", and the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles."