ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 289247 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.45
Score 0% 69%

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1 Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology.
74% Answer Correctly
avian
surplus
seriousness
distortion

Solution
The definition for gravity is "Importance, significance." Used in a sentence: Understanding the gravity of his error, Ken offered his humblest apology. The definition for avian is "relating to birds.", the definition for surplus is "Excess.", and the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape."

2 Walter's trove of vintage baseball cards was worth thousands of dollars.
59% Answer Correctly
cache
commemorate
lenient
pantomime

Solution
The definition for trove is "Valuable collection." Used in a sentence: Walter's trove of vintage baseball cards was worth thousands of dollars. The definition for pantomime is "telling a story through gestures.", the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant.", and the definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony."

3 Martha reluctantly obeyed the mandate to vacate her apartment.
89% Answer Correctly
refurbish
fidelity
command
accommodate

Solution
The definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something." Used in a sentence: Martha reluctantly obeyed the mandate to vacate her apartment. The definition for fidelity is "state of being faithful.", the definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen.", and the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to."

4 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
aesthete
colossal
pretentious
condone

Solution
The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for condone is "to treat as acceptable.", the definition for aesthete is "Person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty.", and the definition for colossal is "Immense, enormous."

5 Defiant most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
impudent
awe
repentant
authoritarian

Solution
The definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance." Used in a sentence: The defiant toddler refused to leave the park. The definition for awe is "emotion combining dread and wonder.", the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority.", and the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret."