ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 789912 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.58
Score 0% 72%

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1 It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair.
74% Answer Correctly
delight
plaudits
catastrophic
brandish

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 brandish is "to shake or wave menacingly.", the definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."

2 The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation.
56% Answer Correctly
surplus
genial
solace
dubious

Solution
The definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship." Used in a sentence: The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation. The definition for solace is "source of consolation.", the definition for surplus is "Excess.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."

3 The effects of the massive hurricane were catastrophic.
92% Answer Correctly
devastating
sociable
heed
methodical

Solution
The definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune." Used in a sentence: The effects of the massive hurricane were catastrophic. The definition for sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for heed is "To pay attention to."

4 Solace most nearly means:
69% Answer Correctly
authoritarian
insolence
buffoonery
comfort

Solution
The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for insolence is "boldness or rudeness.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority."

5 Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false.
67% Answer Correctly
solace
exalt
repentant
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 solace is "source of consolation.", the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise.", and the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret."