ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 952159 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.24
Score 0% 65%

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1 Dubious most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
pathos
suspect
stifle
apathetic

Solution
The definition for dubious is "Questionable." Used in a sentence: Karl found Kevin's claim that he was sick dubious, as he had just seen him playing football. The definition for stifle is "to repress or discourage.", the definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion.", and the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity."

2 Duplicity most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
deceit
indecorous
parity
plaudits

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 plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste.", and the definition for parity is "Equality."

3 Oscar's methodical approach exasperated his free–spirited friend Ben.
75% Answer Correctly
systematic
adversary
corroborate
prudent

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 adversary is "one who opposes or resists.", the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd.", and the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence."

4 Embellish most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
adorn
combative
liability
lenient

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 liability is "a person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", the definition for combative is "Eager to fight.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."

5 Brandish most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
negate
flourish
exasperation
incidental

Solution
The definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly." Used in a sentence: The baseball player was fined for brandishing his bat at the opposing pitcher. The definition for negate is "to make invalid.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for incidental is "Minor."