ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 890029 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.49
Score 0% 70%

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1 The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew.
80% Answer Correctly
mediate
meticulous
embellish
irritation

Solution
The definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated." Used in a sentence: The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew. The definition for mediate is "to come between parties in order to reconcile.", the definition for embellish is "To decorate.", and the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details."

2 The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses.
53% Answer Correctly
methodical
petty
pathos
clarity

Solution
The definition for incidental is "Minor." Used in a sentence: The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses. The definition for methodical is "performed in an orderly manner.", the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity.", and the definition for clarity is "Clearness."

3 Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment.
89% Answer Correctly
renovate
supple
straddle
cunning

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 supple is "flexible.", the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides.", and the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight."

4 Derelict most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
repentant
adversary
destitute
gruff

Solution
The definition for derelict is "Abandoned." Used in a sentence: The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard. The definition for adversary is "one who opposes or resists.", the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret.", and the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech."

5 Tom, who had taken the placebo, found that his allergy symptoms did not go away.
67% Answer Correctly
celebrated
sugar pill
buffer
exalt

Solution
The definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing." Used in a sentence: Tom, who had taken the placebo, found that his allergy symptoms did not go away. The definition for buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise.", and the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected."