ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 110633 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.37
Score 0% 67%

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1 The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race.
60% Answer Correctly
duplicity
aerate
equitable
pompous

Solution
The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for equitable is "fair and equal.", the definition for aerate is "To supply with air.", and the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action."

2 Entangle most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
compulsion
embroil
incumbent
antidote

Solution
The definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble." Used in a sentence: Jonah regretted entangling Parker in his legal difficulties. The definition for incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts.", and the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse."

3 Incidental most nearly means:
53% Answer Correctly
civility
intricate
methodical
petty

Solution
The definition for incidental is "Minor." Used in a sentence: The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses. The definition for methodical is "performed in an orderly manner.", the definition for civility is "Politeness.", and the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts."

4 Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment.
89% Answer Correctly
pallid
renovate
lenient
liability

Solution
The definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen." Used in a sentence: Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment. The definition for liability is "a person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant.", and the definition for pallid is "Lacking color."

5 Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology.
74% Answer Correctly
lurid
seriousness
belated
impenitent

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 lurid is "causing horror, shocking.", the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time.", and the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse."