ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 816875 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.32
Score 0% 66%

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1 The fairy godmother flourished her wand and turned the pumpkin into a carriage.
64% Answer Correctly
illuminate
demean
implement
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 illuminate is "to make clear.", the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish.", and the definition for demean is "To lower status."

2 Rail most nearly means:
52% Answer Correctly
upbraid
adversary
supple
proximity

Solution
The definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language." Used in a sentence: Clay began to cry as his irate manager railed at him for missing the deadline. The definition for proximity is "closeness.", the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists.", and the definition for supple is "Flexible."

3 Oblivious most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
incisive
careless
entangle
avian

Solution
The definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness." Used in a sentence: Love–struck Charlie was oblivious to everyone but the object of his affection. The definition for avian is "relating to birds.", the definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble.", and the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive."

4 Sociable most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
prominence
retroactive
servile
genial

Solution
The definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship." Used in a sentence: The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation. The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", the definition for prominence is "Importance.", and the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive."

5 The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm.
86% Answer Correctly
drab
untenable
defiant
peace

Solution
The definition for serenity is "Calmness." Used in a sentence: The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm. The definition for drab is "dull, monotonous.", the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended.", and the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance."