ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 260663 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 4.03
Score 0% 81%

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1 Punctual most nearly means:
78% Answer Correctly
archetypal
extenuating
prompt
discern

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 archetypal is "characteristic of the original model or perfect example.", the definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct.", and the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing."

2 Ethical most nearly means:
82% Answer Correctly
honorable
repentant
fragile
polarize

Solution
The definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards." Used in a sentence: Mary did the ethical thing and turned in the diamond necklace she found. The definition for polarize is "to break up into opposing groups.", the definition for fragile is "Delicate.", and the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret."

3 The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success.
82% Answer Correctly
diffident
medium
untenable
entangle

Solution
The definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average." Used in a sentence: The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success. The definition for entangle is "to involve in trouble.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for untenable is "Not able to be defended."

4 All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class.
76% Answer Correctly
rule
incisive
refurbish
methodical

Solution
The definition for precept is "A general rule of action." Used in a sentence: All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class. The definition for incisive is "impressively direct and decisive.", the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen.", and the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner."

5 After pushing with all his might, Frank realized he could never move the colossal boulder.
85% Answer Correctly
supple
gigantic
inauspicious
intricate

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 supple is "flexible.", the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable.", and the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts."