ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 854238 Results

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Questions 5 5
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1 Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor.
61% Answer Correctly
disposition
awe
flourish
plaudits

Solution
The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for awe is "emotion combining dread and wonder.", the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."

2 Corroborate most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
embellish
verify
illuminate
fickle

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 embellish is "to decorate.", the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable.", and the definition for illuminate is "To make clear."

3 The soldiers made a massive charge to repel the invaders.
79% Answer Correctly
repulse
mandate
compulsion
gargantuan

Solution
The definition for repel is "To resist, reject." Used in a sentence: The soldiers made a massive charge to repel the invaders. The definition for compulsion is "an irresistible impulse.", the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something.", and the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic."

4 Unlike her fickle friend Benji, May Belle was known for her fidelity.
84% Answer Correctly
flagrant
loyalty
trove
inflammatory

Solution
The definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful." Used in a sentence: Unlike her fickle friend Benji, May Belle was known for her fidelity. The definition for flagrant is "noticeably offensive.", the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger.", and the definition for trove is "Valuable collection."

5 Diffident most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
perception
brandish
timid
accommodate

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 accommodate is "to give consideration to.", the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly.", and the definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding."