ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 918869 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.59
Score 0% 72%

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1 Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels.
61% Answer Correctly
belated
mandate
adorn
clarity

Solution
The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for mandate is "an official order or commission to do something.", the definition for clarity is "Clearness.", and the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time."

2 As the sun began to set, Brittany redoubled her effort to find the necklace she had dropped in the field.
75% Answer Correctly
liability
intensify
foil
incumbent

Solution
The definition for redouble is "To make twice as great." Used in a sentence: As the sun began to set, Brittany redoubled her effort to find the necklace she had dropped in the field. The definition for liability is "a person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."

3 Quan stepped onto the platform at the most opportune time, just as the train pulled in.
63% Answer Correctly
fragile
aesthete
combustion
propitious

Solution
The definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient." Used in a sentence: Quan stepped onto the platform at the most opportune time, just as the train pulled in. The definition for fragile is "delicate.", the definition for aesthete is "Person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty.", and the definition for combustion is "Act of burning."

4 In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic.
69% Answer Correctly
archetypal
antiquated
flourish
clairvoyance

Solution
The definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time." Used in a sentence: In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic. The definition for archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception.", and the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures."

5 The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes.
91% Answer Correctly
conduit
celebrated
abate
nearness

Solution
The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. The definition for conduit is "means for transmitting or distributing.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity."