ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 17622 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.59
Score 0% 72%

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1 Pomp most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
pageantry
cunning
implement
buffer

Solution
The definition for pomp is "Showy display." Used in a sentence: Jan couldn't help enjoying the pomp of the elaborate wedding ceremony. The definition for buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight.", and the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish."

2 Colossal most nearly means:
85% Answer Correctly
gigantic
proximity
implement
benefactor

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 benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."

3 Rehash most nearly means:
85% Answer Correctly
lenient
review
compulsion
untenable

Solution
The definition for rehash is "To discuss again." Used in a sentence: "Sandra," said her mother, "I am tired of rehashing this same topic over and over." The definition for lenient is "mild or tolerant.", the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

4 Solace most nearly means:
69% Answer Correctly
disconcert
induce
belated
comfort

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 belated is "past the normal or proper time.", the definition for induce is "To influence or cause.", and the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion."

5 The words to the song are elusive, as the singer tends to mumble.
66% Answer Correctly
trove
repel
extenuating
evasive

Solution
The definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp." Used in a sentence: The words to the song are elusive, as the singer tends to mumble. The definition for trove is "valuable collection.", the definition for repel is "To resist, reject.", and the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing."