ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 294927 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.31
Score 0% 66%

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1 Catastrophic most nearly means:
92% Answer Correctly
equitable
incumbent
devastating
exception

Solution
The definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune." Used in a sentence: The effects of the massive hurricane were catastrophic. The definition for exception is "a case to which the rule does not apply.", the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal.", and the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility."

2 The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released.
47% Answer Correctly
eulogy
pathos
insinuate
obdurate

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 insinuate is "to suggest indirectly.", the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased.", and the definition for pathos is "Sympathetic pity."

3 Mundane most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
parity
accentuate
commonplace
periodic

Solution
The definition for mundane is "Practical, ordinary." Used in a sentence: The flighty Caroline could not be troubled with mundane tasks such as paying her bills. The definition for accentuate is "to emphasize.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for parity is "Equality."

4 Grandiose most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
polarize
pretentious
accessible
awe

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 awe is "emotion combining dread and wonder.", the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups.", and the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach."

5 Doreen decided to curtail her spending after she bounced a check.
79% Answer Correctly
appalling
shorten
disdain
indecorous

Solution
The definition for curtail is "To make less." Used in a sentence: Doreen decided to curtail her spending after she bounced a check. The definition for disdain is "feeling of contempt.", the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."