ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 164581 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.69
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1 Prune most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
beneficial
proximity
trim
rancorous

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 rancorous is "marked by deep ill–will.", the definition for proximity is "Closeness.", and the definition for beneficial is "Helpful."

2 Ramble most nearly means:
72% Answer Correctly
roam
eulogy
entangle
implausible

Solution
The definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language." Used in a sentence: Professor Tan rambled during his lectures, frequently straying from the subject. The definition for implausible is "unbelievable.", the definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble.", and the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased."

3 Appalling most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
repel
mundane
dreadful
corrective

Solution
The definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust." Used in a sentence: Hector found his roommate's habit of leaving his dirty socks on the floor appalling. The definition for repel is "to resist, reject.", the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct.", and the definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary."

4 Periodic most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
obnoxious
incisive
inviolable
repeated

Solution
The definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals." Used in a sentence: The periodic innterruptions of the cuckoo clock prevented Li from concentrating. The definition for incisive is "impressively direct and decisive.", the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass.", and the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive."

5 Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair.
76% Answer Correctly
archaic
highlight
meticulous
antidote

Solution
The definition for accentuate is "To emphasize." Used in a sentence: Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair. The definition for archaic is "characteristic of an earlier time.", the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details.", and the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts."