ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 26438 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.53
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1 Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral.
66% Answer Correctly
homage
promote
proximity
scamper

Solution
The definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased." Used in a sentence: Ernesto delivered a moving eulogy at his uncle's funeral. The definition for promote is "to contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", the definition for proximity is "Closeness.", and the definition for scamper is "To run quickly."

2 The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value.
86% Answer Correctly
embellish
defect
benefactor
prudent

Solution
The definition for flaw is "An imperfection." Used in a sentence: The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value. The definition for benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for prudent is "Marked by wisdom, shrewd.", and the definition for embellish is "To decorate."

3 Preclude most nearly means:
77% Answer Correctly
disdain
prevent
pathos
extol

Solution
The definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance." Used in a sentence: "Having cake now will preclude dessert later," said Amber's mother. The definition for extol is "to praise highly.", the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity.", and the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt."

4 Incidental most nearly means:
53% Answer Correctly
accommodate
petty
augment
manifest

Solution
The definition for incidental is "Minor." Used in a sentence: The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses. The definition for manifest is "obvious.", the definition for augment is "To make greater.", and the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to."

5 Insolence most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
euphoria
civility
combative
impudence

Solution
The definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness." Used in a sentence: The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother. The definition for combative is "eager to fight.", the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness.", and the definition for civility is "Politeness."