ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 15771 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.28
Score 0% 66%

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1 Love–struck Charlie was oblivious to everyone but the object of his affection.
74% Answer Correctly
careless
stifle
insolence
ramble

Solution
The definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness." Used in a sentence: Love–struck Charlie was oblivious to everyone but the object of his affection. The definition for insolence is "boldness or rudeness.", the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language.", and the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage."

2 The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate.
71% Answer Correctly
commemorate
detect
stern
advantageous

Solution
The definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct." Used in a sentence: The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate. The definition for advantageous is "giving an advantage.", the definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony.", and the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe."

3 Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director.
66% Answer Correctly
interminable
living
appalling
prominence

Solution
The definition for extant is "Currently existing." Used in a sentence: Some consider Clint Eastwood the greatest extant American director. The definition for interminable is "never ending, or seemingly endless.", the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust.", and the definition for prominence is "Importance."

4 Prominence most nearly means:
57% Answer Correctly
proximity
incumbent
renown
distortion

Solution
The definition for prominence is "Importance." Used in a sentence: The singer's prominence ensured that the concert would sell out. The definition for incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for proximity is "Closeness.", and the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape."

5 The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard.
60% Answer Correctly
lenient
destitute
scapegoat
parity

Solution
The definition for derelict is "Abandoned." Used in a sentence: The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard. The definition for lenient is "mild or tolerant.", the definition for parity is "Equality.", and the definition for scapegoat is "Someone who bears the blame for others."