ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 23595 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.56
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1 The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit.
70% Answer Correctly
indecorous
cunning
anthology
trim

Solution
The definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess." Used in a sentence: The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit. The definition for cunning is "showing clever insight.", the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste.", and the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces."

2 Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself.
77% Answer Correctly
cunning
excuse
meticulous
periodic

Solution
The definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable." Used in a sentence: Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight."

3 Bob's immoderate appetite shocked the guests at the wedding banquet.
74% Answer Correctly
impenitent
hedonism
excessive
nurture

Solution
The definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits." Used in a sentence: Bob's immoderate appetite shocked the guests at the wedding banquet. The definition for hedonism is "belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", the definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse.", and the definition for nurture is "To further the development of."

4 The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense.
78% Answer Correctly
procrastinate
intricate
fragile
merciful

Solution
The definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant." Used in a sentence: The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense. The definition for intricate is "having complex and interrelated parts.", the definition for fragile is "Delicate.", and the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally."

5 Rosa used her clairvoyance to help Alexander find his lost keys.
57% Answer Correctly
divination
celebrated
exasperation
fickle

Solution
The definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception." Used in a sentence: Rosa used her clairvoyance to help Alexander find his lost keys. The definition for celebrated is "widely known, respected.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable."