ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 325539 Results

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Correct 0 2.96
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1 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
unscrupulous
flourish
pretentious
conduit

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 unscrupulous is "lacking principles.", the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing.", and the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures."

2 James finally made his affection manifest when he handed Jessica a red rose.
67% Answer Correctly
incumbent
evident
ramble
deferment

Solution
The definition for manifest is "Obvious." Used in a sentence: James finally made his affection manifest when he handed Jessica a red rose. The definition for incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying.", and the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language."

3 Quan stepped onto the platform at the most opportune time, just as the train pulled in.
63% Answer Correctly
elate
epistolary
condone
propitious

Solution
The definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient." Used in a sentence: Quan stepped onto the platform at the most opportune time, just as the train pulled in. The definition for elate is "to fill with joy.", the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters.", and the definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable."

4 The naive Simon assumed that everyone was as simple and kind as he was.
48% Answer Correctly
adversary
futile
flaunt
artless

Solution
The definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom." Used in a sentence: The naive Simon assumed that everyone was as simple and kind as he was. The definition for futile is "without purpose, completely ineffective.", the definition for flaunt is "To display showily.", and the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists."

5 Entangle most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
scapegoat
methodical
corrective
embroil

Solution
The definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble." Used in a sentence: Jonah regretted entangling Parker in his legal difficulties. The definition for scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct.", and the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner."