ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 25505 Results

Your Results Global Average
Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.23
Score 0% 65%

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1 "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client.
80% Answer Correctly
accommodate
awe
augment
verify

Solution
The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. The definition for awe is "emotion combining dread and wonder.", the definition for augment is "To make greater.", and the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to."

2 The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall.
61% Answer Correctly
sensualism
repentant
diffident
absolve

Solution
The definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life." Used in a sentence: The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall. The definition for diffident is "lacking self–confidence.", the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt.", and the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret."

3 Heinous most nearly means:
63% Answer Correctly
odious
clarity
meticulous
archetypal

Solution
The definition for heinous is "Shockingly evil." Used in a sentence: Eduardo's heinous betrayal of Lydia shocked even Latasha, who knew his evil ways. The definition for archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for clarity is "Clearness.", and the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details."

4 The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses.
53% Answer Correctly
scapegoat
serenity
petty
precept

Solution
The definition for incidental is "Minor." Used in a sentence: The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses. The definition for scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for serenity is "Calmness."

5 Liability most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
aesthete
appraise
appalling
handicap

Solution
The definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage." Used in a sentence: Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill. The definition for appraise is "to evaluate the worth of.", the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust.", and the definition for aesthete is "Person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty."