ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 948136 Results

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1 The shoebox filled with letters was the ony remains of Ming's epistolary friendship with Emile.
59% Answer Correctly
written
foil
pantomime
periodic

Solution
The definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters." Used in a sentence: The shoebox filled with letters was the ony remains of Ming's epistolary friendship with Emile. The definition for periodic is "occurring at regular intervals.", the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast.", and the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures."

2 Prominence most nearly means:
57% Answer Correctly
derivative
frugal
renown
deferment

Solution
The definition for prominence is "Importance." Used in a sentence: The singer's prominence ensured that the concert would sell out. The definition for deferment is "the act of delaying.", the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap.", and the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality."

3 Crocuses bloom at the onset of spring, sometimes even before the snow melts.
89% Answer Correctly
start
liability
diffident
flaw

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 flaw is "an imperfection.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage."

4 The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes.
91% Answer Correctly
melodious
conduit
nearness
ethical

Solution
The definition for proximity is "Closeness." Used in a sentence: The proximity of Tia's house to school meant that she could walk there in five minutes. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."

5 Mediate most nearly means:
64% Answer Correctly
flaunt
perception
combative
arbitrate

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The definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile." Used in a sentence: The diplomatic Henry was able to mediate between the quarreling sisters. The definition for combative is "eager to fight.", the definition for flaunt is "To display showily.", and the definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding."