ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 926280 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.39
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1 Absolve most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
exculpate
stifle
disdain
benefactor

Solution
The definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt." Used in a sentence: Marta felt greatly relieved after her mother absolved her for breaking the vase. The definition for disdain is "feeling of contempt.", the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage.", and the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help."

2 there is no doubt that eating vegetables is beneficial to one's health.
84% Answer Correctly
advantageous
duplicity
futile
exalt

Solution
The definition for beneficial is "Helpful." Used in a sentence: there is no doubt that eating vegetables is beneficial to one's health. The definition for futile is "without purpose, completely ineffective.", the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise.", and the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action."

3 Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity.
56% Answer Correctly
frugal
pomp
rehash
opportune

Solution
The definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy." Used in a sentence: Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity. The definition for opportune is "suitable or convenient.", the definition for rehash is "To discuss again.", and the definition for pomp is "Showy display."

4 The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer.
70% Answer Correctly
scapegoat
deferment
derivative
timid

Solution
The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. The definition for scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality.", and the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying."

5 His incredible perception made him the best detective on the force.
69% Answer Correctly
accommodate
cognition
combustion
proximity

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The definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding." Used in a sentence: His incredible perception made him the best detective on the force. The definition for accommodate is "to give consideration to.", the definition for combustion is "Act of burning.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."