ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 191575 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.50
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1 The gargantuan monster towered over the ten–story bulding.
87% Answer Correctly
nurture
enormous
periodic
insolence

Solution
The definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic." Used in a sentence: The gargantuan monster towered over the ten–story bulding. The definition for periodic is "occurring at regular intervals.", the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."

2 Each year, the Franklins commemorate their anniversary by visiting the site of their first date.
60% Answer Correctly
compulsion
observe
rail
camaraderie

Solution
The definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony." Used in a sentence: Each year, the Franklins commemorate their anniversary by visiting the site of their first date. The definition for compulsion is "an irresistible impulse.", the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language.", and the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship."

3 Sadie's cowboy hat was incongruous with her black cocktail dress.
71% Answer Correctly
stern
inappropriate
punctual
implausible

Solution
The definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible." Used in a sentence: Sadie's cowboy hat was incongruous with her black cocktail dress. The definition for punctual is "on time.", the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable.", and the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe."

4 Condone most nearly means:
77% Answer Correctly
disdain
hedonism
liability
excuse

Solution
The definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable." Used in a sentence: Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself. The definition for liability is "a person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", the definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", and the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt."

5 Grandiose most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
pretentious
onset
illuminate
corrective

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 onset is "beginning.", the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct.", and the definition for illuminate is "To make clear."