ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 101323 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.59
Score 0% 72%

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1 All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class.
76% Answer Correctly
eulogy
periodic
rule
rancorous

Solution
The definition for precept is "A general rule of action." Used in a sentence: All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class. The definition for eulogy is "speech or writing in praise of deceased.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will."

2 Catastrophic most nearly means:
92% Answer Correctly
devastating
equitable
flourish
accessible

Solution
The definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune." Used in a sentence: The effects of the massive hurricane were catastrophic. The definition for flourish is "to make bold, sweeping gestures.", the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal.", and the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach."

3 Cassandra was overcome with euphoria when she met her long–lost sister.
59% Answer Correctly
placebo
awe
inviolable
elation

Solution
The definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness." Used in a sentence: Cassandra was overcome with euphoria when she met her long–lost sister. The definition for awe is "emotion combining dread and wonder.", the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing.", and the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass."

4 Regale most nearly means:
72% Answer Correctly
facade
entertain
pomp
frugal

Solution
The definition for regale is "To amuse." Used in a sentence: My clever brother Jeffrey regaled the dinner guests with tales of his adventures. The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance.", the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap.", and the definition for pomp is "Showy display."

5 The fickle Senji had a new best friend every month.
60% Answer Correctly
erratic
turmoil
promote
interminable

Solution
The definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable." Used in a sentence: The fickle Senji had a new best friend every month. The definition for promote is "to contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation.", and the definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless."