ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 83284 Results

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1 Archaic most nearly means:
69% Answer Correctly
liability
punctual
mediate
antiquated

Solution
The definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time." Used in a sentence: In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic. The definition for mediate is "to come between parties in order to reconcile.", the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", and the definition for punctual is "On time."

2 The supple leather coat draped like soft cloth around her shoulders.
54% Answer Correctly
censure
hedonism
gruff
pliant

Solution
The definition for supple is "Flexible." Used in a sentence: The supple leather coat draped like soft cloth around her shoulders. The definition for hedonism is "belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech.", and the definition for censure is "To find fault with."

3 Buffer most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
cushion
duplicity
refurbish
disconcert

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 duplicity is "deceptive thought, speech, or action.", the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen.", and the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion."

4 Dubious most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
awe
accentuate
suspect
dubious

Solution
The definition for dubious is "Questionable." Used in a sentence: Karl found Kevin's claim that he was sick dubious, as he had just seen him playing football. The definition for accentuate is "to emphasize.", the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."

5 Corroborate most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
incumbent
inviolable
verify
scapegoat

Solution
The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. The definition for incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."