ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 121612 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.60
Score 0% 72%

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1 Demeanor most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
disposition
ploy
retroactive
induce

Solution
The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition.", the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan.", and the definition for induce is "To influence or cause."

2 The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day.
53% Answer Correctly
meticulous
conduit
mandate
dulcet

Solution
The definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody." Used in a sentence: The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. The definition for mandate is "an official order or commission to do something.", the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details.", and the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing."

3 Ethical most nearly means:
82% Answer Correctly
eloquent
futile
raucous
honorable

Solution
The definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards." Used in a sentence: Mary did the ethical thing and turned in the diamond necklace she found. The definition for eloquent is "fluent, expressive.", the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy.", and the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective."

4 Inviolable most nearly means:
84% Answer Correctly
deferment
grandiose
untouchable
punctual

Solution
The definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass." Used in a sentence: Situated on a mountain, with sixteen–foot walls, the castle was inviolable. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for punctual is "On time.", and the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying."

5 Belated most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
equitable
tardy
frugal
supple

Solution
The definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time." Used in a sentence: Even though I forgot his birthday, I hoe my father accepts my belated card. The definition for frugal is "thrifty, cheap.", the definition for supple is "Flexible.", and the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal."