ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 797176 Results

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1 Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false.
67% Answer Correctly
neutralize
gravity
futile
compulsion

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 compulsion is "an irresistible impulse.", the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective.", and the definition for gravity is "Importance, significance."

2 The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism.
78% Answer Correctly
plaudits
glorify
punctual
genial

Solution
The definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise." Used in a sentence: The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism. The definition for punctual is "on time.", the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."

3 The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother.
71% Answer Correctly
comprehensible
precept
impudence
avian

Solution
The definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness." Used in a sentence: The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother. The definition for comprehensible is "understandable.", the definition for avian is "Relating to birds.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."

4 The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty.
68% Answer Correctly
impenitent
glorify
futile
oblivious

Solution
The definition for extol is "To praise highly." Used in a sentence: The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty. The definition for oblivious is "lacking awareness.", the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse.", and the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective."

5 The fairy godmother flourished her wand and turned the pumpkin into a carriage.
64% Answer Correctly
epistolary
solace
ramble
brandish

Solution
The definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures." Used in a sentence: The fairy godmother flourished her wand and turned the pumpkin into a carriage. The definition for ramble is "to wander, physically or in language.", the definition for solace is "Source of consolation.", and the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters."