ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 283073 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.25
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1 Pomp most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
preclude
pageantry
polarize
adversary

Solution
The definition for pomp is "Showy display." Used in a sentence: Jan couldn't help enjoying the pomp of the elaborate wedding ceremony. The definition for polarize is "to break up into opposing groups.", the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists.", and the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance."

2 The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day.
53% Answer Correctly
dulcet
revoke
censure
proximity

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 censure is "to find fault with.", the definition for revoke is "To cancel by taking back.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."

3 Camaraderie most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
periodic
euphoria
ethical
sociability

Solution
The definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship." Used in a sentence: The manager hoped the retreat would increase the camaraderie among the feuding workers. The definition for ethical is "conforming to accepted standards.", the definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness.", and the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals."

4 Stern most nearly means:
88% Answer Correctly
straddle
lenient
accentuate
strict

Solution
The definition for stern is "Harsh, severe." Used in a sentence: The stern principal canceled the prom after the seniors played a silly prank. The definition for straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant.", and the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize."

5 Incidental most nearly means:
53% Answer Correctly
petty
accessible
extenuating
incumbent

Solution
The definition for incidental is "Minor." Used in a sentence: The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses. The definition for incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach."