ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 294103 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.44
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1 Iridescent most nearly means:
65% Answer Correctly
naive
clairvoyance
comparable
shimmering

Solution
The definition for iridescent is "Having a lustrous or attractivve quality." Used in a sentence: The movie star's iridescent presence charmed even the hardened reporter. The definition for comparable is "similar, equivalent.", the definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom.", and the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception."

2 The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released.
47% Answer Correctly
cunning
unscrupulous
obdurate
heed

Solution
The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for unscrupulous is "lacking principles.", the definition for heed is "To pay attention to.", and the definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight."

3 The unscrupulous salesman was fired for lying to his customers.
73% Answer Correctly
extol
facade
clairvoyance
corrupt

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 facade is "false or superficial appearance.", the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception.", and the definition for extol is "To praise highly."

4 Accentuate most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
scamper
finite
highlight
equitable

Solution
The definition for accentuate is "To emphasize." Used in a sentence: Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair. The definition for finite is "having definite limits.", the definition for scamper is "To run quickly.", and the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal."

5 The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited.
82% Answer Correctly
courtesy
buffoonery
drab
benevolent

Solution
The definition for civility is "Politeness." Used in a sentence: The usually unruly Thomas acted with great civility when his favorite uncle visited. The definition for buffoonery is "foolish behavior.", the definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."