ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 326884 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.49
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1 Jason, a notorious gossip, was a conduit for information about his friends.
62% Answer Correctly
grandiose
incumbent
foil
channel

Solution
The definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing." Used in a sentence: Jason, a notorious gossip, was a conduit for information about his friends. The definition for incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."

2 The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces.
80% Answer Correctly
brandish
censure
ethical
collection

Solution
The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for censure is "to find fault with.", the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly.", and the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards."

3 Scamper most nearly means:
77% Answer Correctly
accommodate
implausible
dash
commemorate

Solution
The definition for scamper is "To run quickly." Used in a sentence: The frightened kitten scampered away from the butterfly. The definition for implausible is "unbelievable.", the definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony.", and the definition for accommodate is "To give consideration to."

4 Turpitude most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
garish
incisive
accessible
corruption

Solution
The definition for turpitude is "Essential baseness, depravity." Used in a sentence: The turpitude of the villain in the movie offended most audiences. The definition for accessible is "easy to reach or to approach.", the definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive.", and the definition for garish is "Offensively bright."

5 Lurid most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
celebrated
gruesome
onset
turmoil

Solution
The definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking." Used in a sentence: The lurid photos of the crime scene upset the jury. The definition for onset is "beginning.", the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected.", and the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation."