ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 323714 Results

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1 Futile most nearly means:
79% Answer Correctly
unscrupulous
hopeless
condone
conduit

Solution
The definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective." Used in a sentence: Arguing with Andrew is futile because he never changes his mind. The definition for unscrupulous is "lacking principles.", the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable.", and the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing."

2 The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate.
71% Answer Correctly
detect
derivative
serenity
grandiose

Solution
The definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct." Used in a sentence: The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate. The definition for derivative is "lacking originality.", the definition for serenity is "Calmness.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."

3 The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm.
86% Answer Correctly
benevolent
peace
methodical
immoderate

Solution
The definition for serenity is "Calmness." Used in a sentence: The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm. The definition for benevolent is "kind, helpful.", the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits.", and the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner."

4 The soldiers made a massive charge to repel the invaders.
79% Answer Correctly
pretense
repulse
extenuating
benefactor

Solution
The definition for repel is "To resist, reject." Used in a sentence: The soldiers made a massive charge to repel the invaders. The definition for benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose."

5 Gargantuan most nearly means:
86% Answer Correctly
implausible
distortion
exalt
enormous

Solution
The definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic." Used in a sentence: The gargantuan monster towered over the ten–story bulding. The definition for implausible is "unbelievable.", the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise.", and the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape."