ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 180634 Results

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1 The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors.
74% Answer Correctly
appraise
complicated
incumbent
condone

Solution
The definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts." Used in a sentence: The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors. The definition for incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of.", and the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable."

2 Diffident most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
precept
inviolable
timid
rehash

Solution
The definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence." Used in a sentence: The diffident student never raised her hand in class, even when she knew the answer. The definition for rehash is "to discuss again.", the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."

3 Celebrated most nearly means:
87% Answer Correctly
duplicity
admired
dubious
demean

Solution
The definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected." Used in a sentence: The fans waited for hours to catch a glimpse of the celebrated actress. The definition for dubious is "questionable.", the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action.", and the definition for demean is "To lower status."

4 Eulogy most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
homage
mandate
regurgitate
exception

Solution
The definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased." Used in a sentence: Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral. The definition for regurgitate is "to pour out or throw back.", the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something.", and the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply."

5 The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm.
86% Answer Correctly
corrosive
grandiose
peace
repentant

Solution
The definition for serenity is "Calmness." Used in a sentence: The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm. The definition for corrosive is "bitingly sarcastic.", the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."