ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 786699 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.57
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1 Abate most nearly means:
65% Answer Correctly
proximity
finite
sociable
subside

Solution
The definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity." Used in a sentence: Just when it seemed the rain would never stop, the storm suddenly began to abate. The definition for sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for finite is "Having definite limits.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."

2 All Randolph needed to implement his plan was a moonless night and a long rope.
79% Answer Correctly
execute
discern
drub
exasperation

Solution
The definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish." Used in a sentence: All Randolph needed to implement his plan was a moonless night and a long rope. The definition for discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively."

3 The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit.
70% Answer Correctly
entangle
accentuate
trim
pomp

Solution
The definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess." Used in a sentence: The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit. The definition for accentuate is "to emphasize.", the definition for pomp is "Showy display.", and the definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble."

4 Melee most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
turmoil
recrimination
brawl
composed

Solution
The definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people." Used in a sentence: After the game, a melee broke out between fans of the opposing teams. The definition for turmoil is "extreme confusion, agitation.", the definition for composed is "Calm.", and the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation."

5 Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party.
62% Answer Correctly
drab
surfeit
condone
genial

Solution
The definition for surplus is "Excess." Used in a sentence: Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party. The definition for drab is "dull, monotonous.", the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable.", and the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly."