ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 105328 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.58
Score 0% 72%

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1 The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit.
70% Answer Correctly
opportune
trim
perception
camaraderie

Solution
The definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess." Used in a sentence: The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit. The definition for camaraderie is "spirit of friendship.", the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient.", and the definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding."

2 Unlike her fickle friend Benji, May Belle was known for her fidelity.
84% Answer Correctly
unscrupulous
pretentious
extol
loyalty

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 pretentious is "making unjustified claims.", the definition for extol is "To praise highly.", and the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles."

3 Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology.
73% Answer Correctly
garish
seriousness
euphoria
redouble

Solution
The definition for gravity is "Importance, significance." Used in a sentence: Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology. The definition for euphoria is "feeling of great happiness.", the definition for redouble is "To make twice as great.", and the definition for garish is "Offensively bright."

4 Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair.
76% Answer Correctly
plaudits
lenient
highlight
meticulous

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 plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."

5 Obnoxious most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
objectionable
onset
demean
insolence

Solution
The definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive." Used in a sentence: The manager asked the obnoxious diner to leave the restaurant. The definition for insolence is "boldness or rudeness.", the definition for demean is "To lower status.", and the definition for onset is "Beginning."