ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 22541 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.51
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1 Eloquent most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
articulate
duplicity
immoderate
oblivious

Solution
The definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive." Used in a sentence: Kim, an eloquent speaker, was the best choice to make the presentation for the group. The definition for duplicity is "deceptive thought, speech, or action.", the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits.", and the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness."

2 Drab most nearly means:
72% Answer Correctly
raspy
dreary
untenable
preclude

Solution
The definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous." Used in a sentence: The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring. The definition for untenable is "not able to be defended.", the definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", and the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance."

3 The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard.
60% Answer Correctly
defiant
impenitent
derelict
destitute

Solution
The definition for derelict is "Abandoned." Used in a sentence: The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard. The definition for impenitent is "lacking remorse.", the definition for derelict is "Abandoned.", and the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance."

4 Wanda read the dictionary every night to augment her vocabulary.
81% Answer Correctly
pomp
enhance
pretense
incongruous

Solution
The definition for augment is "To make greater." Used in a sentence: Wanda read the dictionary every night to augment her vocabulary. The definition for pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for pomp is "Showy display.", and the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible."

5 Lurid most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
revive
ethical
impenitent
gruesome

Solution
The definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking." Used in a sentence: The lurid photos of the crime scene upset the jury. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse.", and the definition for revive is "To bring back to life."