ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 743123 Results

Your Results Global Average
Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.81
Score 0% 76%

Review

1 Fragile most nearly means:
87% Answer Correctly
corroborate
genial
frail
dubious

Solution
The definition for fragile is "Delicate." Used in a sentence: Jade placed the fragile vase out of reach of her rambunctious boys. The definition for corroborate is "to support with evidence.", the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."

2 Rehash most nearly means:
85% Answer Correctly
inviolable
advantageous
review
combustion

Solution
The definition for rehash is "To discuss again." Used in a sentence: "Sandra," said her mother, "I am tired of rehashing this same topic over and over." The definition for combustion is "act of burning.", the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."

3 The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit.
70% Answer Correctly
buffer
trim
demeanor
prominence

Solution
The definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess." Used in a sentence: The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit. The definition for demeanor is "behavior towards others.", the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier.", and the definition for prominence is "Importance."

4 Drab most nearly means:
72% Answer Correctly
polarize
belated
disdain
dreary

Solution
The definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous." Used in a sentence: The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring. The definition for polarize is "to break up into opposing groups.", the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt.", and the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time."

5 The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty.
68% Answer Correctly
melee
glorify
untenable
distortion

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 melee is "a tumultuous fight among several people.", the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."