ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 872297 Results

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1 Intricate most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
duplicity
complicated
compulsion
diffident

Solution
The definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts." Used in a sentence: The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors. The definition for duplicity is "deceptive thought, speech, or action.", the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse.", and the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence."

2 Although her stomach was in knots, the actress appeared perfectly composed when she took the stage.
59% Answer Correctly
placebo
ploy
illuminate
serene

Solution
The definition for composed is "Calm." Used in a sentence: Although her stomach was in knots, the actress appeared perfectly composed when she took the stage. The definition for ploy is "a contrived plan.", the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing.", and the definition for illuminate is "To make clear."

3 Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right.
43% Answer Correctly
corrosive
waffle
salvage
oblivious

Solution
The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. The definition for corrosive is "bitingly sarcastic.", the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin.", and the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness."

4 Insinuate most nearly means:
82% Answer Correctly
archetypal
imply
fraud
accommodate

Solution
The definition for insinuate is "To suggest indirectly." Used in a sentence: Sinead, who did not like confrontation, insinuated that Beth was lying. The definition for archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to.", and the definition for fraud is "Trick."

5 Incumbent most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
stealth
inauspicious
supple
oblilgatory

Solution
The definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility." Used in a sentence: It was incumbent on Jack to attend his father's retirement party. The definition for supple is "flexible.", the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable.", and the definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed."