ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 220916 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.29
Score 0% 66%

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1 The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall.
61% Answer Correctly
genial
insinuate
melodious
sensualism

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 insinuate is "to suggest indirectly.", the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody.", and the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly."

2 Preclude most nearly means:
77% Answer Correctly
retroactive
prevent
illuminate
implement

Solution
The definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance." Used in a sentence: "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother. The definition for implement is "to carry out or accomplish.", the definition for illuminate is "To make clear.", and the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition."

3 The fairy godmother flourished her wand and turned the pumpkin into a carriage.
64% Answer Correctly
stealth
appalling
brandish
proximity

Solution
The definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures." Used in a sentence: The fairy godmother flourished her wand and turned the pumpkin into a carriage. The definition for appalling is "inspiring dismay or disgust.", the definition for proximity is "Closeness.", and the definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed."

4 The hospitable couple was happy to accommodate the needs of their finicky guest.
68% Answer Correctly
periodic
elusive
commemorate
oblige

Solution
The definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to." Used in a sentence: The hospitable couple was happy to accommodate the needs of their finicky guest. The definition for periodic is "occurring at regular intervals.", the definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp.", and the definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony."

5 Marta felt greatly relieved after her mother absolved her for breaking the vase.
59% Answer Correctly
censure
prominence
exculpate
incumbent

Solution
The definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt." Used in a sentence: Marta felt greatly relieved after her mother absolved her for breaking the vase. The definition for incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for prominence is "Importance.", and the definition for censure is "To find fault with."