ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 269285 Results

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1 Retroactive most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
extenuating
retrograde
stealth
entangle

Solution
The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition." Used in a sentence: The retroactive law made even past infractions punishable. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble.", and the definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed."

2 Raucous most nearly means:
82% Answer Correctly
rowdy
rhapsody
interminable
disdain

Solution
The definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy." Used in a sentence: Serena, who preferred quiet conversation, left the rancous party. The definition for rhapsody is "state of great happiness.", the definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless.", and the definition for disdain is "Feeling of contempt."

3 Simone, an expert in African sculpture, was asked to appraise the ambassador's collection of masks.
68% Answer Correctly
flaunt
refurbish
assess
accommodate

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 flaunt is "to display showily.", the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen.", and the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to."

4 The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard.
60% Answer Correctly
destitute
opportune
procrastinate
gargantuan

Solution
The definition for derelict is "Abandoned." Used in a sentence: The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard. The definition for gargantuan is "gigantic.", the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally.", and the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient."

5 The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day.
53% Answer Correctly
regurgitate
dulcet
pretense
unscrupulous

Solution
The definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody." Used in a sentence: The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. The definition for pretense is "false intention or purpose.", the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles.", and the definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back."