ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 168706 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.33
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1 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
accommodate
accentuate
pretentious
methodical

Solution
The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for accentuate is "to emphasize.", the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to.", and the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner."

2 The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces.
80% Answer Correctly
impenitent
revive
collection
placebo

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 revive is "to bring back to life.", the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing.", and the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse."

3 Heinous most nearly means:
63% Answer Correctly
inviolable
celebrated
regurgitate
odious

Solution
The definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil." Used in a sentence: Eduardo's heinous betrayal of Lydia shocked even Latasha, who knew his evil ways. The definition for inviolable is "secure from assault of trespass.", the definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back.", and the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected."

4 Repel most nearly means:
79% Answer Correctly
raspy
servile
repulse
elate

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The definition for repel is "To resist, reject." Used in a sentence: The soldiers made a massive charge to repel the invaders. The definition for elate is "to fill with joy.", the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive.", and the definition for raspy is "rough, grating."

5 The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene.
55% Answer Correctly
discern
implausible
fastidious
cunning

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 discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable.", and the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight."