ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 854991 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.02
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1 Clarence, an irrepressible comic, was held after cass for his buffoonery.
62% Answer Correctly
corroborate
jocularity
ramble
hedonism

Solution
The definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior." Used in a sentence: Clarence, an irrepressible comic, was held after cass for his buffoonery. The definition for corroborate is "to support with evidence.", the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language.", and the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life."

2 The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty.
68% Answer Correctly
abate
clarity
belated
glorify

Solution
The definition for extol is "To praise highly." Used in a sentence: The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty. The definition for clarity is "clearness.", the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time.", and the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity."

3 Incisive most nearly means:
58% Answer Correctly
comparable
beneficial
stifle
keen

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The definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive." Used in a sentence: Samir's incisive leadership made him the natural choice for president of the company. The definition for comparable is "similar, equivalent.", the definition for beneficial is "Helpful.", and the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage."

4 Jennifer's outspoken criticism of the meal disoncerted the waiter.
61% Answer Correctly
pomp
benefactor
adversary
unnerve

Solution
The definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion." Used in a sentence: Jennifer's outspoken criticism of the meal disoncerted the waiter. The definition for adversary is "one who opposes or resists.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for pomp is "Showy display."

5 The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses.
53% Answer Correctly
mediate
petty
benevolent
naive

Solution
The definition for incidental is "Minor." Used in a sentence: The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses. The definition for benevolent is "kind, helpful.", the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile.", and the definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom."