ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 967734 Results

Your Results Global Average
Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.41
Score 0% 68%

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1 Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class.
75% Answer Correctly
fidelity
regurgitate
melodious
suppress

Solution
The definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage." Used in a sentence: Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class. The definition for regurgitate is "to pour out or throw back.", the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."

2 Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show.
78% Answer Correctly
accentuate
prompt
serenity
comparable

Solution
The definition for punctual is "On time." Used in a sentence: Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show. The definition for comparable is "similar, equivalent.", the definition for serenity is "Calmness.", and the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize."

3 The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released.
47% Answer Correctly
placebo
pretentious
extenuating
obdurate

Solution
The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for placebo is "an inactive substance used in medical testing.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims."

4 The soldiers made a massive charge to repel the invaders.
79% Answer Correctly
buffoonery
accommodate
repulse
abate

Solution
The definition for repel is "To resist, reject." Used in a sentence: The soldiers made a massive charge to repel the invaders. The definition for accommodate is "to give consideration to.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity."

5 The school decided to take corrective measures to prevent truancy.
62% Answer Correctly
parity
melee
remedial
abate

Solution
The definition for corrective is "Intended to correct." Used in a sentence: The school decided to take corrective measures to prevent truancy. The definition for abate is "become less in amount or intensity.", the definition for parity is "Equality.", and the definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people."