ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 854718 Results

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Questions 5 5
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1 Claudia's implausible excuse failed to convince her teacher.
76% Answer Correctly
accommodate
equitable
improbable
unscrupulous

Solution
The definition for implausible is "Unbelievable." Used in a sentence: Claudia's implausible excuse failed to convince her teacher. The definition for equitable is "fair and equal.", the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles.", and the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to."

2 The sweet cookie was a perfect foil to the sour lemon sorbet.
57% Answer Correctly
insolence
inflammatory
complement
regurgitate

Solution
The definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast." Used in a sentence: The sweet cookie was a perfect foil to the sour lemon sorbet. The definition for regurgitate is "to pour out or throw back.", the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger.", and the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness."

3 Supple most nearly means:
54% Answer Correctly
adversary
discern
polarize
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 polarize is "to break up into opposing groups.", the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists.", and the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct."

4 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
pretentious
raucous
scapegoat
benevolent

Solution
The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."

5 Defiant most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
censure
moderate
impudent
unscrupulous

Solution
The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for moderate is "tending toward the average.", the definition for censure is "To find fault with.", and the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles."