ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 953586 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 2.92
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1 Embellish most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
sociable
adorn
parity
exasperation

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 parity is "equality.", the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship.", and the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated."

2 Raspy most nearly means:
83% Answer Correctly
meticulous
harsh
compulsion
sociable

Solution
The definition for raspy is "rough, grating." Used in a sentence: After shouting to his players through the long game, the coach's voice was raspy. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship.", and the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse."

3 Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right.
42% Answer Correctly
plaudits
heed
melee
waffle

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 melee is "a tumultuous fight among several people.", the definition for heed is "To pay attention to.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."

4 Garth's inflammatory remarks at the party made Gwen furious.
50% Answer Correctly
redouble
obnoxious
clarity
seditious

Solution
The definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger." Used in a sentence: Garth's inflammatory remarks at the party made Gwen furious. The definition for redouble is "to make twice as great.", the definition for clarity is "Clearness.", and the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive."

5 Meticulous most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
extenuating
gargantuan
celebrated
fastidious

Solution
The definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details." Used in a sentence: The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic."