ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 966267 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.68
Score 0% 74%

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1 Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels.
61% Answer Correctly
accentuate
placebo
precept
adorn

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 placebo is "an inactive substance used in medical testing.", the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."

2 Fidelity most nearly means:
84% Answer Correctly
accommodate
eulogy
loyalty
refurbish

Solution
The definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful." Used in a sentence: Unlike her fickle friend Benji, May Belle was known for her fidelity. The definition for refurbish is "to brighten or freshen.", the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased.", and the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to."

3 Rashid made the untenable statement that George Washington was the second president of the United States.
65% Answer Correctly
rancorous
baseless
elusive
meticulous

Solution
The definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended." Used in a sentence: Rashid made the untenable statement that George Washington was the second president of the United States. The definition for elusive is "hard to grasp.", the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will.", and the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details."

4 Ecstatic most nearly means:
88% Answer Correctly
appalling
lurid
overjoyed
incongruous

Solution
The definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional." Used in a sentence: They were ecstatic when their team won the championship game in the last second. The definition for lurid is "causing horror, shocking.", the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."

5 Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college.
69% Answer Correctly
implausible
periodic
elate
comfort

Solution
The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for periodic is "occurring at regular intervals.", the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable.", and the definition for elate is "To fill with joy."