ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 237056 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.49
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1 Kim, an eloquent speaker, was the best choice to make the presentation for the group.
68% Answer Correctly
articulate
nurture
exasperation
unscrupulous

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 exasperation is "the state of being irritated.", the definition for nurture is "To further the development of.", and the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles."

2 Accommodate most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
liability
heed
prune
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 prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for heed is "To pay attention to.", and the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage."

3 Colossal most nearly means:
85% Answer Correctly
pretentious
gigantic
diffident
prune

Solution
The definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous." Used in a sentence: After pushing with all his might, Frank realized he could never move the colossal boulder. The definition for prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims.", and the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence."

4 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
recrimination
manifest
pretentious
surplus

Solution
The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for recrimination is "a retaliatory accusation.", the definition for manifest is "Obvious.", and the definition for surplus is "Excess."

5 The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring.
72% Answer Correctly
servile
absolve
dreary
meticulous

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 absolve is "to forgive; to free from guilt.", the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive.", and the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details."