ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 808185 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.32
Score 0% 66%

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1 Punctual most nearly means:
78% Answer Correctly
distortion
moderate
inviolable
prompt

Solution
The definition for punctual is "On time." Used in a sentence: Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show. The definition for distortion is "the act of twisting out of shape.", the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass.", and the definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average."

2 Jennifer's outspoken criticism of the meal disoncerted the waiter.
61% Answer Correctly
pretentious
proximity
liability
unnerve

Solution
The definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion." Used in a sentence: Jennifer's outspoken criticism of the meal disoncerted the waiter. The definition for proximity is "closeness.", the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims.", and the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage."

3 The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit.
70% Answer Correctly
pantomime
trim
pathos
censure

Solution
The definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess." Used in a sentence: The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit. The definition for pathos is "sympathetic pity.", the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures.", and the definition for censure is "To find fault with."

4 Foil most nearly means:
57% Answer Correctly
pantomime
combative
appalling
complement

Solution
The definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast." Used in a sentence: The sweet cookie was a perfect foil to the sour lemon sorbet. The definition for appalling is "inspiring dismay or disgust.", the definition for combative is "Eager to fight.", and the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures."

5 Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill.
67% Answer Correctly
melodious
oblivious
scamper
handicap

Solution
The definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage." Used in a sentence: Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill. The definition for oblivious is "lacking awareness.", the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody.", and the definition for scamper is "To run quickly."