ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 95811 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.50
Score 0% 70%

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1 Insolence most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
celebrated
belated
embellish
impudence

Solution
The definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness." Used in a sentence: The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother. The definition for embellish is "to decorate.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time."

2 The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard.
60% Answer Correctly
procrastinate
archetypal
duplicity
destitute

Solution
The definition for derelict is "Abandoned." Used in a sentence: The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard. The definition for archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action.", and the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally."

3 After the game, a melee broke out between fans of the opposing teams.
81% Answer Correctly
mediate
retroactive
brawl
plaudits

Solution
The definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people." Used in a sentence: After the game, a melee broke out between fans of the opposing teams. The definition for plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", and the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile."

4 Accentuate most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
celebrated
precept
incisive
highlight

Solution
The definition for accentuate is "To emphasize." Used in a sentence: Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair. The definition for precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive.", and the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected."

5 Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party.
62% Answer Correctly
surfeit
civility
benevolent
aerate

Solution
The definition for surplus is "Excess." Used in a sentence: Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party. The definition for benevolent is "kind, helpful.", the definition for aerate is "To supply with air.", and the definition for civility is "Politeness."