ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 927941 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.76
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1 Liability most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
handicap
parity
solace
archetypal

Solution
The definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage." Used in a sentence: Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill. The definition for archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for parity is "Equality.", and the definition for solace is "Source of consolation."

2 Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show.
78% Answer Correctly
duplicity
salvage
embellish
prompt

Solution
The definition for punctual is "On time." Used in a sentence: Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show. The definition for duplicity is "deceptive thought, speech, or action.", the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin.", and the definition for embellish is "To decorate."

3 Defiant most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
impudent
mundane
appraise
flourish

Solution
The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for appraise is "to evaluate the worth of.", the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures.", and the definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary."

4 Onset most nearly means:
89% Answer Correctly
extenuating
corroborate
retroactive
start

Solution
The definition for onset is "Beginning." Used in a sentence: Crocuses bloom at the onset of spring, sometimes even before the snow melts. The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence."

5 Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben.
75% Answer Correctly
recrimination
futile
stifle
systematic

Solution
The definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner." Used in a sentence: Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben. The definition for recrimination is "a retaliatory accusation.", the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage.", and the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective."