ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 746270 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.81
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1 Sybil was frustrated by the deferment of her much anticipated vacation.
75% Answer Correctly
foil
postponement
opportune
inviolable

Solution
The definition for deferment is "The act of delaying." Used in a sentence: Sybil was frustrated by the deferment of her much anticipated vacation. The definition for foil is "one that enhances or underscores by contrast.", the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."

2 Salvage most nearly means:
84% Answer Correctly
ecstatic
benefactor
rescue
regale

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 benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for regale is "To amuse.", and the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional."

3 The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche.
71% Answer Correctly
lurid
incite
aerate
turpitude

Solution
The definition for induce is "To influence or cause." Used in a sentence: The loud blast of the cannon induced an avalanche. The definition for lurid is "causing horror, shocking.", the definition for aerate is "To supply with air.", and the definition for turpitude is "Essential baseness, depravity."

4 The retroactive law made even past infractions punishable.
61% Answer Correctly
facade
retrograde
stifle
futile

Solution
The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition." Used in a sentence: The retroactive law made even past infractions punishable. The definition for stifle is "to repress or discourage.", the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."

5 Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment.
89% Answer Correctly
aerate
ploy
mandate
renovate

Solution
The definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen." Used in a sentence: Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment. The definition for mandate is "an official order or commission to do something.", the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan.", and the definition for aerate is "To supply with air."