ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 931462 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.28
Score 0% 66%

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1 Censure most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
epitaph
implement
pantomime
blame

Solution
The definition for censure is "To find fault with." Used in a sentence: The critical teacher was quick to censure her students for even small mistakes. The definition for implement is "to carry out or accomplish.", the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures.", and the definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person."

2 Embellish most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
adorn
insolence
salvage
rancorous

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 salvage is "to save from ruin.", the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness.", and the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will."

3 Incongruous most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
elate
diffident
inappropriate
accentuate

Solution
The definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible." Used in a sentence: Sadie's cowboy hat was incongruous with her black cocktail dress. The definition for diffident is "lacking self–confidence.", the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize.", and the definition for elate is "To fill with joy."

4 The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard.
60% Answer Correctly
destitute
awe
incumbent
pallid

Solution
The definition for derelict is "Abandoned." Used in a sentence: The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard. The definition for pallid is "lacking color.", the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility.", and the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder."

5 Diffident most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
exalt
immoderate
timid
conduit

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 immoderate is "beyond usual or proper limits.", the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."