ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 782407 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.35
Score 0% 67%

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1 "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client.
80% Answer Correctly
proximity
verify
epistolary
onset

Solution
The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. The definition for proximity is "closeness.", the definition for onset is "Beginning.", and the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters."

2 Epistolary most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
trove
proximity
written
stern

Solution
The definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters." Used in a sentence: The shoebox filled with letters was the ony remains of Ming's epistolary friendship with Emile. The definition for stern is "harsh, severe.", the definition for proximity is "Closeness.", and the definition for trove is "Valuable collection."

3 Rail most nearly means:
52% Answer Correctly
flourish
serenity
distortion
upbraid

Solution
The definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language." Used in a sentence: Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline. The definition for distortion is "the act of twisting out of shape.", the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures.", and the definition for serenity is "Calmness."

4 Liability most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
meticulous
adversary
unscrupulous
handicap

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 meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists.", and the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles."

5 Lenient most nearly means:
77% Answer Correctly
merciful
opportune
redouble
equitable

Solution
The definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant." Used in a sentence: The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense. The definition for redouble is "to make twice as great.", the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal.", and the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient."