ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 886727 Results

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1 Comparable most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
prune
akin
fragile
augment

Solution
The definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent." Used in a sentence: Helen will only accept something of comparable value for her ticket to the concert. The definition for fragile is "delicate.", the definition for augment is "To make greater.", and the definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess."

2 Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment.
89% Answer Correctly
stifle
defiant
renovate
punctual

Solution
The definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen." Used in a sentence: Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment. The definition for punctual is "on time.", the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage.", and the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance."

3 The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall.
61% Answer Correctly
precept
oblivious
insinuate
sensualism

Solution
The definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life." Used in a sentence: The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall. The definition for insinuate is "to suggest indirectly.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness."

4 Nurture most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
proximity
foster
inflammatory
comprehensible

Solution
The definition for nurture is "To further the development of." Used in a sentence: Our cat made a nest of blankets to nurture her newborn kittens. The definition for inflammatory is "tending to excite anger.", the definition for proximity is "Closeness.", and the definition for comprehensible is "Understandable."

5 Allison's painting met with plaudits from the critics, who had dismissed her earlier work.
55% Answer Correctly
disdain
kudos
exalt
incumbent

Solution
The definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval." Used in a sentence: Allison's painting met with plaudits from the critics, who had dismissed her earlier work. The definition for incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise.", and the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt."