ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 878571 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.06
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1 Flaunt most nearly means:
64% Answer Correctly
hedonism
foil
prominence
parade

Solution
The definition for flaunt is "To display showily." Used in a sentence: Sheila, who could not resist bragging, flaunted the "A" marked on her test paper. The definition for foil is "one that enhances or underscores by contrast.", the definition for prominence is "Importance.", and the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life."

2 Iridescent most nearly means:
65% Answer Correctly
shimmering
sociable
liability
disconcert

Solution
The definition for iridescent is "Having a lustrous or attractivve quality." Used in a sentence: The movie star's iridescent presence charmed even the hardened reporter. 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 disconcert is "To throw into confusion.", and the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship."

3 Impenitent most nearly means:
47% Answer Correctly
diffident
obdurate
avian
comparable

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 diffident is "lacking self–confidence.", the definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent.", and the definition for avian is "Relating to birds."

4 Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor.
61% Answer Correctly
egotist
apathetic
disposition
dubious

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 apathetic is "showing little or no emotion.", the definition for dubious is "Questionable.", and the definition for egotist is "Self–important person."

5 Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college.
69% Answer Correctly
disdain
comfort
eloquent
revive

Solution
The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for revive is "to bring back to life.", the definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive.", and the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt."