ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 799936 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.45
Score 0% 69%

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1 Insolence most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
supple
impudence
disconcert
stifle

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 stifle is "to repress or discourage.", the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion.", and the definition for supple is "Flexible."

2 The genial host warmly greeted his many guests.
79% Answer Correctly
pleasant
adversary
extant
precept

Solution
The definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly." Used in a sentence: The genial host warmly greeted his many guests. The definition for precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for extant is "Currently existing.", and the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists."

3 The story about the actress in the gossip column was a distortion of the truth.
62% Answer Correctly
contortion
extenuating
gargantuan
beneficial

Solution
The definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape." Used in a sentence: The story about the actress in the gossip column was a distortion of the truth. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for beneficial is "Helpful.", and the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic."

4 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
deferment
awe
flourish
pretentious

Solution
The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for awe is "emotion combining dread and wonder.", the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures.", and the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying."

5 Scamper most nearly means:
77% Answer Correctly
prune
fragile
serenity
dash

Solution
The definition for scamper is "To run quickly." Used in a sentence: The frightened kitten scampered away from the butterfly. The definition for fragile is "delicate.", the definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess.", and the definition for serenity is "Calmness."