ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 8598 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.07
Score 0% 61%

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1 The burglar took the ring by stealth, slipping it from the sleeping woman's finger.
60% Answer Correctly
furtiveness
liability
defiant
egotist

Solution
The definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed." Used in a sentence: The burglar took the ring by stealth, slipping it from the sleeping woman's finger. The definition for liability is "a person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", the definition for egotist is "Self–important person.", and the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance."

2 Impenitent most nearly means:
47% Answer Correctly
ramble
benefactor
heinous
obdurate

Solution
The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for heinous is "shockingly evil.", the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."

3 Sociable most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
meticulous
immoderate
extol
genial

Solution
The definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship." Used in a sentence: The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for extol is "To praise highly.", and the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits."

4 Polarize most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
stifle
divide
implausible
defiant

Solution
The definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups." Used in a sentence: Thelma tended to polarize discussions rather than to encourage compromise. The definition for stifle is "to repress or discourage.", the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance.", and the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable."

5 Drub most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
civility
adversary
derivative
beat

Solution
The definition for drub is "To defeat decisively." Used in a sentence: The powerful young boxer drubbed the longtime champion. The definition for adversary is "one who opposes or resists.", the definition for civility is "Politeness.", and the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality."