ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 986676 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.49
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1 Solace most nearly means:
69% Answer Correctly
buffoonery
ecstatic
comfort
obnoxious

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 ecstatic is "overwhelmingly emotional.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive."

2 Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false.
67% Answer Correctly
periodic
neutralize
defiant
methodical

Solution
The definition for negate is "To make invalid." Used in a sentence: Paula negated Tiffany's argument by proving that her main premise was false. The definition for defiant is "showing bold resistance.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals."

3 Awe most nearly means:
48% Answer Correctly
embellish
veneration
fragile
archetypal

Solution
The definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder." Used in a sentence: Charlie was in awe of his uncle, a professional football player and chess champion. The definition for fragile is "delicate.", the definition for embellish is "To decorate.", and the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example."

4 Serenity most nearly means:
86% Answer Correctly
impenitent
insinuate
untenable
peace

Solution
The definition for serenity is "Calmness." Used in a sentence: The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm. The definition for insinuate is "to suggest indirectly.", the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

5 Promote most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
promote
accommodate
serenity
advance

Solution
The definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of." Used in a sentence: The promote peace, the diplomat hosted a talk between the warring nations. The definition for serenity is "calmness.", the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to.", and the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of."