ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 237977 Results

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1 Epistolary most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
condone
written
compulsion
anthology

Solution
The definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters." Used in a sentence: The shoebox filled with letters was the ony remains of Ming's epistolary friendship with Emile. The definition for compulsion is "an irresistible impulse.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable."

2 Repentant most nearly means:
49% Answer Correctly
interminable
contrite
moderate
absolve

Solution
The definition for repentant is "Feeling regret." Used in a sentence: The repentant Dana admitted to cheating on the test. The definition for interminable is "never ending, or seemingly endless.", the definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average.", and the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt."

3 Punctual most nearly means:
79% Answer Correctly
prompt
mundane
incisive
precept

Solution
The definition for punctual is "On time." Used in a sentence: Ron was worried when the usually punctual Amanda was late for the show. The definition for mundane is "practical, ordinary.", the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."

4 The powerful young boxer drubbed the longtime champion.
76% Answer Correctly
plaudits
preclude
placebo
beat

Solution
The definition for drub is "To defeat decisively." Used in a sentence: The powerful young boxer drubbed the longtime champion. The definition for plaudits is "enthusiastic approval.", the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance.", and the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing."

5 Futile most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
appalling
conduit
liability
hopeless

Solution
The definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective." Used in a sentence: Arguing with Andrew is futile because he never changes his mind. The definition for conduit is "means for transmitting or distributing.", the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust.", 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."