ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 762396 Results

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Correct 0 3.26
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1 Embellish most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
defiant
composed
adorn
gruff

Solution
The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for defiant is "showing bold resistance.", the definition for composed is "Calm.", and the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech."

2 My clever brother Jeffrey regaled the dinner guests with tales of his adventures.
72% Answer Correctly
entertain
liability
extenuating
augment

Solution
The definition for regale is "To amuse." Used in a sentence: My clever brother Jeffrey regaled the dinner guests with tales of his adventures. The definition for augment is "to make greater.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", 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."

3 Melodious most nearly means:
53% Answer Correctly
augment
rehash
perception
dulcet

Solution
The definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody." Used in a sentence: The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. The definition for perception is "capacity for seeing or understanding.", the definition for augment is "To make greater.", and the definition for rehash is "To discuss again."

4 The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race.
60% Answer Correctly
combative
revive
pompous
duplicity

Solution
The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for combative is "eager to fight.", the definition for revive is "To bring back to life.", and the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action."

5 The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew.
80% Answer Correctly
camaraderie
buffer
irritation
accentuate

Solution
The definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated." Used in a sentence: The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew. The definition for camaraderie is "spirit of friendship.", the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier.", and the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize."