ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 76382 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 2.95
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1 Extol most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
rehash
deferment
glorify
belated

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 rehash is "to discuss again.", the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying.", and the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time."

2 The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released.
47% Answer Correctly
benevolent
obdurate
flaw
promote

Solution
The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for flaw is "an imperfection.", the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

3 Flourish most nearly means:
64% Answer Correctly
buffoonery
brandish
turmoil
adversary

Solution
The definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures." Used in a sentence: The fairy godmother flourished her wand and turned the pumpkin into a carriage. The definition for buffoonery is "foolish behavior.", the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists.", and the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation."

4 Demean most nearly means:
49% Answer Correctly
equitable
rancorous
belated
humble

Solution
The definition for demean is "To lower status." Used in a sentence: The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters. The definition for equitable is "fair and equal.", the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time.", and the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will."

5 Incumbent most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
regurgitate
dubious
oblilgatory
incidental

Solution
The definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility." Used in a sentence: It was incumbent on Jack to attend his father's retirement party. The definition for incidental is "minor.", the definition for dubious is "Questionable.", and the definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back."