ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 138506 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.41
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1 Solace most nearly means:
69% Answer Correctly
comfort
derelict
precept
lenient

Solution
The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant.", and the definition for derelict is "Abandoned."

2 Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show.
78% Answer Correctly
eloquent
prompt
grandiose
benefactor

Solution
The definition for punctual is "On time." Used in a sentence: Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for benefactor is "One who offers financial help.", and the definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive."

3 Helen will only accept something of comparable value for her ticket to the concert.
55% Answer Correctly
accentuate
flourish
akin
rail

Solution
The definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent." Used in a sentence: Helen will only accept something of comparable value for her ticket to the concert. The definition for accentuate is "to emphasize.", the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures.", and the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language."

4 The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene.
55% Answer Correctly
fastidious
frugal
regale
revoke

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 regale is "to amuse.", the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back.", and the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap."

5 Colossal most nearly means:
85% Answer Correctly
gigantic
frugal
epistolary
mediate

Solution
The definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous." Used in a sentence: After pushing with all his might, Frank realized he could never move the colossal boulder. The definition for frugal is "thrifty, cheap.", the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile.", and the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters."