ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 955812 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.31
Score 0% 66%

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1 Defiant most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
impudent
plaudits
fidelity
fraud

Solution
The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for fraud is "trick.", the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval.", and the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful."

2 Advantageous most nearly means:
84% Answer Correctly
procrastinate
embellish
favorable
scamper

Solution
The definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage." Used in a sentence: The house's location in the best school district was advantageous to the seller. The definition for procrastinate is "to put off intentionally.", the definition for embellish is "To decorate.", and the definition for scamper is "To run quickly."

3 The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet.
62% Answer Correctly
brandish
cover
archetypal
recrimination

Solution
The definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose." Used in a sentence: The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet. The definition for brandish is "to shake or wave menacingly.", the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", and the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation."

4 The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day.
53% Answer Correctly
flagrant
anthology
flourish
dulcet

Solution
The definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody." Used in a sentence: The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. The definition for flagrant is "noticeably offensive.", the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures.", and the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces."

5 Benefactor most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
patron
apathetic
pretentious
clarity

Solution
The definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help." Used in a sentence: Michael's aunt and benefactor paid his college tuition. The definition for pretentious is "making unjustified claims.", the definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion.", and the definition for clarity is "Clearness."