ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 813123 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.10
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1 Extol most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
inviolable
glorify
derivative
elusive

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 derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."

2 Untenable most nearly means:
64% Answer Correctly
rail
precept
baseless
corrosive

Solution
The definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended." Used in a sentence: Rashid made the untenable statement that George Washington was the second president of the United States. The definition for precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language.", and the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic."

3 Corrosive most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
intricate
ecstatic
plaudits
caustic

Solution
The definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic." Used in a sentence: The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry. The definition for intricate is "having complex and interrelated parts.", the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."

4 Diffident most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
timid
apathetic
promote
corrosive

Solution
The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. The definition for apathetic is "showing little or no emotion.", the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

5 Inflammatory most nearly means:
50% Answer Correctly
pretentious
foil
illuminate
seditious

Solution
The definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger." Used in a sentence: Garth's inflammatory remarks at the party made Gwen furious. The definition for foil is "one that enhances or underscores by contrast.", the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims.", and the definition for illuminate is "To make clear."