ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 828766 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.35
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1 Mundane most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
facade
commonplace
ramble
mandate

Solution
The definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary." Used in a sentence: The flighty Caroline could not be troubled with mundane tasks such as paying her bills. The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language.", and the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something."

2 Sinead, who did not like confrontation, insinuated that Beth was lying.
82% Answer Correctly
insinuate
accentuate
imply
beneficial

Solution
The definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly." Used in a sentence: Sinead, who did not like confrontation, insinuated that Beth was lying. The definition for insinuate is "to suggest indirectly.", the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."

3 The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain.
70% Answer Correctly
ethical
pantomime
combative
cushion

Solution
The definition for buffer is "Protective barrier." Used in a sentence: The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain. The definition for combative is "eager to fight.", the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards.", and the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures."

4 The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day.
53% Answer Correctly
stealth
dulcet
gargantuan
perception

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 perception is "capacity for seeing or understanding.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed."

5 Stifle most nearly means:
75% Answer Correctly
anthology
suppress
exasperation
discern

Solution
The definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage." Used in a sentence: Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class. The definition for discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated."