ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 293705 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.36
Score 0% 67%

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1 Unscrupulous most nearly means:
73% Answer Correctly
mundane
placebo
corrupt
exception

Solution
The definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles." Used in a sentence: The unscrupulous salesman was fired for lying to his customers. The definition for placebo is "an inactive substance used in medical testing.", the definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary.", and the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply."

2 The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty.
68% Answer Correctly
finite
gruff
belated
glorify

Solution
The definition for extol is "To praise highly." Used in a sentence: The statesman extolled the ambassador who single–handedly negotiated the peace treaty. The definition for finite is "having definite limits.", the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time.", and the definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech."

3 Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels.
62% Answer Correctly
inviolable
adorn
pantomime
illuminate

Solution
The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for pantomime is "telling a story through gestures.", the definition for inviolable is "Secure from assault of trespass.", and the definition for illuminate is "To make clear."

4 Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party.
62% Answer Correctly
surfeit
straddle
combustion
procrastinate

Solution
The definition for surplus is "Excess." Used in a sentence: Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party. The definition for straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally.", and the definition for combustion is "Act of burning."

5 Cunning most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
crafty
melee
accessible
condone

Solution
The definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight." Used in a sentence: The general devised a cunning strategy to outfox the enemy. The definition for condone is "to treat as acceptable.", the definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people.", and the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach."