ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 157309 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.41
Score 0% 68%

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1 Prune most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
raspy
trim
corrosive
implement

Solution
The definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess." Used in a sentence: The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit. The definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish.", and the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic."

2 Surplus most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
surfeit
meticulous
equitable
incongruous

Solution
The definition for surplus is "Excess." Used in a sentence: Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party. The definition for equitable is "fair and equal.", the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible.", and the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details."

3 The frugal shopper only bought items that were on sale.
58% Answer Correctly
perception
pretentious
incidental
sparing

Solution
The definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap." Used in a sentence: The frugal shopper only bought items that were on sale. The definition for perception is "capacity for seeing or understanding.", the definition for incidental is "Minor.", and the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims."

4 The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain.
71% Answer Correctly
flagrant
flourish
cushion
exalt

Solution
The definition for buffer is "Protective barrier." Used in a sentence: The dense trees acted as a buffer against the heavy rain. The definition for exalt is "to elevate by praise.", the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive.", and the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures."

5 Revoke most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
lenient
absolve
rescind
drub

Solution
The definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back." Used in a sentence: After Kal's father revoked his allowance, he had no money for the movies. The definition for absolve is "to forgive; to free from guilt.", the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively.", and the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant."