ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 917382 Results

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1 The shoebox filled with letters was the ony remains of Ming's epistolary friendship with Emile.
59% Answer Correctly
stifle
written
liability
melee

Solution
The definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters." Used in a sentence: The shoebox filled with letters was the ony remains of Ming's epistolary friendship with Emile. The definition for melee is "a tumultuous fight among several people.", the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage.", and the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage."

2 Grandiose most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
regurgitate
lenient
implausible
pretentious

Solution
The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for implausible is "unbelievable.", the definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."

3 The periodic innterruptions of the cuckoo clock prevented Li from concentrating.
81% Answer Correctly
periodic
lurid
deferment
repeated

Solution
The definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals." Used in a sentence: The periodic innterruptions of the cuckoo clock prevented Li from concentrating. The definition for periodic is "occurring at regular intervals.", the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying.", and the definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking."

4 Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment.
89% Answer Correctly
renovate
stealth
camaraderie
interminable

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 interminable is "never ending, or seemingly endless.", the definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed.", and the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship."

5 The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry.
59% Answer Correctly
derelict
prudent
caustic
solace

Solution
The definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic." Used in a sentence: The cruel Estella's corrosive comments made Pip cry. The definition for derelict is "abandoned.", the definition for solace is "Source of consolation.", and the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd."