ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 226916 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.45
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1 Precept most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
lenient
rule
recrimination
futile

Solution
The definition for precept is "A general rule of action." Used in a sentence: All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class. The definition for lenient is "mild or tolerant.", the definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation.", and the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective."

2 Composed most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
archetypal
meticulous
serene
anthology

Solution
The definition for composed is "Calm." Used in a sentence: Although her stomach was in knots, the actress appeared perfectly composed when she took the stage. The definition for anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", and the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details."

3 Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels.
61% Answer Correctly
stern
epitaph
adorn
parity

Solution
The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for stern is "harsh, severe.", the definition for parity is "Equality.", and the definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person."

4 Serenity most nearly means:
86% Answer Correctly
peace
heed
lurid
polarize

Solution
The definition for serenity is "Calmness." Used in a sentence: The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm. The definition for polarize is "to break up into opposing groups.", the definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking.", and the definition for heed is "To pay attention to."

5 Heinous most nearly means:
63% Answer Correctly
trove
odious
repentant
epitaph

Solution
The definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil." Used in a sentence: Eduardo's heinous betrayal of Lydia shocked even Latasha, who knew his evil ways. The definition for repentant is "feeling regret.", the definition for epitaph is "Brief statement honoring a dead person.", and the definition for trove is "Valuable collection."