ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 804618 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.33
Score 0% 67%

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1 Her excellent lecture illuminated the complicated subject of nuclear physics.
66% Answer Correctly
mandate
elucidate
flourish
exception

Solution
The definition for illuminate is "To make clear." Used in a sentence: Her excellent lecture illuminated the complicated subject of nuclear physics. The definition for mandate is "an official order or commission to do something.", the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply.", and the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures."

2 The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism.
77% Answer Correctly
accessible
dubious
grandiose
glorify

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 grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for dubious is "Questionable.", and the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach."

3 The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day.
53% Answer Correctly
obnoxious
unscrupulous
euphoria
dulcet

Solution
The definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody." Used in a sentence: The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. The definition for euphoria is "feeling of great happiness.", the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles.", and the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive."

4 Sarah thought George's ploy of borrowing her notes was a cowardly way to ask her out.
61% Answer Correctly
illuminate
strategem
untenable
flagrant

Solution
The definition for ploy is "A contrived plan." Used in a sentence: Sarah thought George's ploy of borrowing her notes was a cowardly way to ask her out. The definition for flagrant is "noticeably offensive.", the definition for illuminate is "To make clear.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

5 Sybil was frustrated by the deferment of her much anticipated vacation.
75% Answer Correctly
postponement
futile
corrosive
rehash

Solution
The definition for deferment is "The act of delaying." Used in a sentence: Sybil was frustrated by the deferment of her much anticipated vacation. The definition for rehash is "to discuss again.", the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic.", and the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective."