ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 328991 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.19
Score 0% 64%

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1 The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall.
61% Answer Correctly
apathetic
trove
sensualism
accentuate

Solution
The definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life." Used in a sentence: The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall. The definition for accentuate is "to emphasize.", the definition for trove is "Valuable collection.", and the definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion."

2 Epistolary most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
written
trove
fickle
benevolent

Solution
The definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters." Used in a sentence: The shoebox filled with letters was the ony remains of Ming's epistolary friendship with Emile. The definition for fickle is "lacking constancy, changeable.", the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful.", and the definition for trove is "Valuable collection."

3 Surplus most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
preclude
surfeit
elate
distortion

Solution
The definition for surplus is "Excess." Used in a sentence: Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party. The definition for elate is "to fill with joy.", the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape.", and the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance."

4 Corroborate most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
pallid
advantageous
verify
flagrant

Solution
The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. The definition for pallid is "lacking color.", the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage.", and the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive."

5 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
pretentious
embellish
frugal
garish

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 frugal is "thrifty, cheap.", the definition for embellish is "To decorate.", and the definition for garish is "Offensively bright."