ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 195198 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.22
Score 0% 64%

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1 Censure most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
absolve
blame
scamper
apathetic

Solution
The definition for censure is "To find fault with." Used in a sentence: The critical teacher was quick to censure her students for even small mistakes. The definition for absolve is "to forgive; to free from guilt.", the definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion.", and the definition for scamper is "To run quickly."

2 Clarity most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
lucidity
dubious
gruff
melodious

Solution
The definition for clarity is "Clearness." Used in a sentence: The refreshing water in the mountain stream was remarkable for its clarity. The definition for gruff is "rough or stern in manner or speech.", the definition for dubious is "Questionable.", and the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody."

3 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
mundane
diffident
pretentious
rehash

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 rehash is "to discuss again.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary."

4 Rancorous most nearly means:
63% Answer Correctly
procrastinate
penurious
conduit
bitter

Solution
The definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will." Used in a sentence: The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl. The definition for conduit is "means for transmitting or distributing.", the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally.", and the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy."

5 Eulogy most nearly means:
66% Answer Correctly
mediate
gargantuan
advantageous
homage

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 gargantuan is "gigantic.", the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."