ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 77243 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.20
Score 0% 64%

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1 In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic.
69% Answer Correctly
aerate
antiquated
heed
adversary

Solution
The definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time." Used in a sentence: In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic. The definition for aerate is "to supply with air.", the definition for heed is "To pay attention to.", and the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists."

2 Bob's immoderate appetite shocked the guests at the wedding banquet.
74% Answer Correctly
corrosive
egotist
implausible
excessive

Solution
The definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits." Used in a sentence: Bob's immoderate appetite shocked the guests at the wedding banquet. The definition for egotist is "self–important person.", the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable.", and the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic."

3 Distortion most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
pretense
contortion
melodious
ploy

Solution
The definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape." Used in a sentence: The story about the actress in the gossip column was a distortion of the truth. The definition for pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."

4 Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework.
50% Answer Correctly
benefactor
exasperation
altruistic
manifest

Solution
The definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful." Used in a sentence: Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework. The definition for benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for manifest is "Obvious."

5 Negate most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
meticulous
grandiose
colossal
neutralize

Solution
The definition for negate is "To make invalid." Used in a sentence: Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur.", and the definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous."