ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 760529 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.30
Score 0% 66%

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1 Intricate most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
complicated
mandate
flourish
exception

Solution
The definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts." Used in a sentence: The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors. The definition for mandate is "an official order or commission to do something.", the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply.", and the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures."

2 The repentant Dana admitted to cheating on the test.
49% Answer Correctly
contrite
archaic
exalt
untenable

Solution
The definition for repentant is "Feeling regret." Used in a sentence: The repentant Dana admitted to cheating on the test. The definition for untenable is "not able to be defended.", the definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."

3 Marta felt greatly relieved after her mother absolved her for breaking the vase.
60% Answer Correctly
exculpate
cunning
placebo
demeanor

Solution
The definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt." Used in a sentence: Marta felt greatly relieved after her mother absolved her for breaking the vase. The definition for placebo is "an inactive substance used in medical testing.", the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight.", and the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others."

4 Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens.
81% Answer Correctly
accommodate
insolence
foster
combative

Solution
The definition for nurture is "To further the development of." Used in a sentence: Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens. The definition for accommodate is "to give consideration to.", the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness.", and the definition for combative is "Eager to fight."

5 Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill.
67% Answer Correctly
naive
diffident
handicap
obnoxious

Solution
The definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage." Used in a sentence: Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill. The definition for diffident is "lacking self–confidence.", the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive.", and the definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom."