ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 926121 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.74
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1 Disdain most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
corrosive
implement
incisive
scorn

Solution
The definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt." Used in a sentence: The arrogant writer did not hide his disdain for his uneducated dinner companion. The definition for corrosive is "bitingly sarcastic.", the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish.", and the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive."

2 Melee most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
brawl
extol
promote
derivative

Solution
The definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people." Used in a sentence: After the game, a melee broke out between fans of the opposing teams. The definition for extol is "to praise highly.", the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."

3 Periodic most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
repeated
melee
gruff
extenuating

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 melee is "a tumultuous fight among several people.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech."

4 Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class.
75% Answer Correctly
composed
suppress
naive
buffoonery

Solution
The definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage." Used in a sentence: Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class. The definition for composed is "calm.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom."

5 Condone most nearly means:
77% Answer Correctly
stealth
pantomime
punctual
excuse

Solution
The definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable." Used in a sentence: Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself. The definition for stealth is "the act of moving secretly or unnoticed.", the definition for punctual is "On time.", and the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures."