ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 894674 Results

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1 The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard.
60% Answer Correctly
exalt
destitute
heed
facade

Solution
The definition for derelict is "Abandoned." Used in a sentence: The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard. The definition for exalt is "to elevate by praise.", the definition for heed is "To pay attention to.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."

2 Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination.
71% Answer Correctly
comparable
rail
counterclaim
insinuate

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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 insinuate is "to suggest indirectly.", the definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent.", and the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language."

3 Clarence, an irrepressible comic, was held after cass for his buffoonery.
62% Answer Correctly
rancorous
cunning
antidote
jocularity

Solution
The definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior." Used in a sentence: Clarence, an irrepressible comic, was held after cass for his buffoonery. The definition for cunning is "showing clever insight.", the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will.", and the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts."

4 The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring.
72% Answer Correctly
placebo
gravity
diffident
dreary

Solution
The definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous." Used in a sentence: The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring. The definition for diffident is "lacking self–confidence.", the definition for gravity is "Importance, significance.", and the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing."

5 The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value.
86% Answer Correctly
eloquent
defect
indecorous
buffoonery

Solution
The definition for flaw is "An imperfection." Used in a sentence: The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value. The definition for eloquent is "fluent, expressive.", the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste.", and the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior."