ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 88730 Results

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1 The exasperated mother had finite patience for her toddler's tantrums.
86% Answer Correctly
straddle
punctual
limited
revive

Solution
The definition for finite is "Having definite limits." Used in a sentence: The exasperated mother had finite patience for her toddler's tantrums. The definition for punctual is "on time.", the definition for revive is "To bring back to life.", and the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides."

2 The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters.
49% Answer Correctly
humble
demean
rail
corrective

Solution
The definition for demean is "To lower status." Used in a sentence: The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters. The definition for rail is "to scold in harsh language.", the definition for demean is "To lower status.", and the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct."

3 Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination.
71% Answer Correctly
plaudits
untenable
counterclaim
extant

Solution
The definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation." Used in a sentence: Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination. The definition for untenable is "not able to be defended.", the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval.", and the definition for extant is "Currently existing."

4 Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair.
76% Answer Correctly
accessible
adversary
highlight
indecorous

Solution
The definition for accentuate is "To emphasize." Used in a sentence: Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair. The definition for accessible is "easy to reach or to approach.", the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste.", and the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists."

5 Defiant most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
stifle
disdain
impudent
insinuate

Solution
The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for insinuate is "to suggest indirectly.", the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt.", and the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage."