ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 946795 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.80
Score 0% 76%

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1 Corroborate most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
pomp
verify
oblivious
discern

Solution
The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. The definition for discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness.", and the definition for pomp is "Showy display."

2 The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race.
60% Answer Correctly
plaudits
pantomime
melodious
pompous

Solution
The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."

3 The exasperated mother had finite patience for her toddler's tantrums.
86% Answer Correctly
revoke
refurbish
untenable
limited

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 revoke is "to cancel by taking back.", the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended.", and the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen."

4 Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class.
75% Answer Correctly
clarity
suppress
regurgitate
fidelity

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 regurgitate is "to pour out or throw back.", the definition for clarity is "Clearness.", and the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful."

5 Arguing with Andrew is futile because he never changes his mind.
80% Answer Correctly
defiant
corrective
hopeless
recrimination

Solution
The definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective." Used in a sentence: Arguing with Andrew is futile because he never changes his mind. The definition for corrective is "intended to correct.", the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance.", and the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation."