ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 249090 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.04
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1 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
pretentious
oblivious
ecstatic
awe

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 oblivious is "lacking awareness.", the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder.", and the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional."

2 Appraise most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
diffident
assess
periodic
benefactor

Solution
The definition for appraise is "To evaluate the worth of." Used in a sentence: Simone, an expert in African sculpture, was asked to appraise the ambassador's collection of masks. The definition for benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals."

3 Stealth most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
aesthete
inauspicious
furtiveness
absolve

Solution
The definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed." Used in a sentence: The burglar took the ring by stealth, slipping it from the sleeping woman's finger. The definition for absolve is "to forgive; to free from guilt.", the definition for aesthete is "Person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty.", and the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable."

4 Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor.
61% Answer Correctly
moderate
disposition
facade
solace

Solution
The definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others." Used in a sentence: Carlos was well liked because of his charming demeanor. The definition for solace is "source of consolation.", the definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."

5 Incisive most nearly means:
58% Answer Correctly
proximity
keen
fidelity
moderate

Solution
The definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive." Used in a sentence: Samir's incisive leadership made him the natural choice for president of the company. The definition for moderate is "tending toward the average.", the definition for fidelity is "State of being faithful.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."