ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 124900 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.53
Score 0% 71%

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1 Eloquent most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
precept
intricate
catastrophic
articulate

Solution
The definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive." Used in a sentence: Kim, an eloquent speaker, was the best choice to make the presentation for the group. The definition for intricate is "having complex and interrelated parts.", the definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."

2 Corroborate most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
colossal
corroborate
appalling
verify

Solution
The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. The definition for colossal is "immense, enormous.", the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust.", and the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence."

3 The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces.
80% Answer Correctly
placebo
flaunt
collection
eulogy

Solution
The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for flaunt is "to display showily.", the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased.", and the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing."

4 The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene.
55% Answer Correctly
catastrophic
entangle
corroborate
fastidious

Solution
The definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details." Used in a sentence: The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene. The definition for entangle is "to involve in trouble.", the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence.", and the definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune."

5 Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination.
70% Answer Correctly
incidental
entangle
counterclaim
flaunt

Solution
The definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation." Used in a sentence: Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination. The definition for entangle is "to involve in trouble.", the definition for incidental is "Minor.", and the definition for flaunt is "To display showily."