ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 789111 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.71
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1 Untenable most nearly means:
64% Answer Correctly
baseless
deferment
anthology
incisive

Solution
The definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended." Used in a sentence: Rashid made the untenable statement that George Washington was the second president of the United States. The definition for incisive is "impressively direct and decisive.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying."

2 Extant most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
salvage
oblivious
corroborate
living

Solution
The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for corroborate is "to support with evidence.", the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin.", and the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness."

3 The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value.
86% Answer Correctly
lenient
defiant
prudent
defect

Solution
The definition for flaw is "An imperfection." Used in a sentence: The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value. The definition for lenient is "mild or tolerant.", the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance.", and the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd."

4 It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair.
74% Answer Correctly
benefactor
recrimination
buffoonery
delight

Solution
The definition for elate is "To fill with joy." Used in a sentence: It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair. The definition for buffoonery is "foolish behavior.", the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."

5 The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew.
80% Answer Correctly
advantageous
regale
irritation
disdain

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 disdain is "feeling of contempt.", the definition for regale is "To amuse.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."