ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 20061 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.59
Score 0% 72%

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1 The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall.
61% Answer Correctly
disconcert
sensualism
insolence
brandish

Solution
The definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life." Used in a sentence: The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall. The definition for brandish is "to shake or wave menacingly.", the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness.", and the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion."

2 Oblivious most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
embellish
epitaph
pretense
careless

Solution
The definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness." Used in a sentence: Love–struck Charlie was oblivious to everyone but the object of his affection. The definition for epitaph is "brief statement honoring a dead person.", the definition for embellish is "To decorate.", and the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose."

3 Accentuate most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
highlight
induce
egotist
pallid

Solution
The definition for accentuate is "To emphasize." Used in a sentence: Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair. The definition for pallid is "lacking color.", the definition for egotist is "Self–important person.", and the definition for induce is "To influence or cause."

4 Garish most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
incumbent
lurid
grandiose
gaudy

Solution
The definition for garish is "Offensively bright." Used in a sentence: The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors. The definition for incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur.", and the definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking."

5 Celebrated most nearly means:
88% Answer Correctly
diffident
advantageous
admired
demeanor

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 demeanor is "behavior towards others.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage."