ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 931545 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.28
Score 0% 66%

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1 Marta felt greatly relieved after her mother absolved her for breaking the vase.
60% Answer Correctly
exculpate
diffident
buffoonery
curtail

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 buffoonery is "foolish behavior.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for curtail is "To make less."

2 All Randolph needed to implement his plan was a moonless night and a long rope.
79% Answer Correctly
execute
implement
abate
hedonism

Solution
The definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish." Used in a sentence: All Randolph needed to implement his plan was a moonless night and a long rope. The definition for abate is "become less in amount or intensity.", the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", and the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish."

3 Straddle most nearly means:
43% Answer Correctly
waffle
implement
melodious
combative

Solution
The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. The definition for melodious is "having a pleasing melody.", the definition for combative is "Eager to fight.", and the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish."

4 Duplicity most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
demean
corrective
deceit
deferment

Solution
The definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action." Used in a sentence: The life of an undercover detective is filed with necessary duplicity. The definition for deferment is "the act of delaying.", the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct.", and the definition for demean is "To lower status."

5 Finite most nearly means:
86% Answer Correctly
methodical
demeanor
limited
exasperation

Solution
The definition for finite is "Having definite limits." Used in a sentence: The exasperated mother had finite patience for her toddler's tantrums. The definition for methodical is "performed in an orderly manner.", the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others.", and the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated."