ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 241684 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.45
Score 0% 69%

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1 Revive most nearly means:
85% Answer Correctly
precept
reanimate
finite
rehash

Solution
The definition for revive is "To bring back to life." Used in a sentence: Hank tried to revive Clare's interest in the project, but her enthusiasm had expired. The definition for rehash is "to discuss again.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for finite is "Having definite limits."

2 Jason, a notorious gossip, was a conduit for information about his friends.
62% Answer Correctly
channel
embellish
sociable
brandish

Solution
The definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing." Used in a sentence: Jason, a notorious gossip, was a conduit for information about his friends. The definition for sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly.", and the definition for embellish is "To decorate."

3 The con man's fraud involved selling swampland to gullible investors.
77% Answer Correctly
deceit
censure
incumbent
pallid

Solution
The definition for fraud is "Trick." Used in a sentence: The con man's fraud involved selling swampland to gullible investors. The definition for incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for censure is "To find fault with.", and the definition for pallid is "Lacking color."

4 The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race.
60% Answer Correctly
oblivious
punctual
salvage
pompous

Solution
The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for salvage is "to save from ruin.", the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness.", and the definition for punctual is "On time."

5 Sarah thought George's ploy of borrowing her notes was a cowardly way to ask her out.
61% Answer Correctly
extenuating
strategem
celebrated
apathetic

Solution
The definition for ploy is "A contrived plan." Used in a sentence: Sarah thought George's ploy of borrowing her notes was a cowardly way to ask her out. The definition for apathetic is "showing little or no emotion.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing."