ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 199757 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.41
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1 Pretense most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
elate
iridescent
proximity
cover

Solution
The definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose." Used in a sentence: The jewel thief entered the mansion under the pretense of fixing a leaky faucet. The definition for iridescent is "having a lustrous or attractivve quality.", the definition for elate is "To fill with joy.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."

2 The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew.
80% Answer Correctly
censure
apathetic
irritation
flaw

Solution
The definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated." Used in a sentence: The longer Jorge waited in line at the ticket counter, the more his exasperation grew. The definition for apathetic is "showing little or no emotion.", the definition for flaw is "An imperfection.", and the definition for censure is "To find fault with."

3 Accessible most nearly means:
87% Answer Correctly
anthology
dubious
approachable
implement

Solution
The definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach." Used in a sentence: The introduction to the complex novel was, thankfully, written in clear accessible language. The definition for anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."

4 Penurious most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
incumbent
fickle
aerate
frugal

Solution
The definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy." Used in a sentence: Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity. The definition for incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable.", and the definition for aerate is "To supply with air."

5 Prudent most nearly means:
57% Answer Correctly
appalling
judicious
corrective
extant

Solution
The definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd." Used in a sentence: Manny was happy she followed Greg's prudent advice to study, as the test was difficult. The definition for extant is "currently existing.", the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."