ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 10578 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.42
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1 The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters.
49% Answer Correctly
clarity
prominence
meticulous
humble

Solution
The definition for demean is "To lower status." Used in a sentence: The embarrassing photograph demeaned the candidate in the eyes of the voters. The definition for prominence is "importance.", the definition for clarity is "Clearness.", and the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details."

2 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
buffer
benevolent
combustion
pretentious

Solution
The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for benevolent is "kind, helpful.", the definition for buffer is "Protective barrier.", and the definition for combustion is "Act of burning."

3 Fraud most nearly means:
77% Answer Correctly
deceit
implement
hedonism
incidental

Solution
The definition for fraud is "Trick." Used in a sentence: The con man's fraud involved selling swampland to gullible investors. The definition for implement is "to carry out or accomplish.", the definition for incidental is "Minor.", and the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life."

4 The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring.
72% Answer Correctly
condone
dreary
defiant
manifest

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The definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous." Used in a sentence: The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring. The definition for manifest is "obvious.", the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable.", and the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance."

5 They were ecstatic when their team won the championship game in the last second.
88% Answer Correctly
revive
prudent
overjoyed
refurbish

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 refurbish is "to brighten or freshen.", the definition for revive is "To bring back to life.", and the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd."