ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 338713 Results

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1 Duplicity most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
anthology
deceit
comprehensible
pretense

Solution
The definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action." Used in a sentence: The life of an undercover detective is filed with necessary duplicity. The definition for anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for comprehensible is "Understandable.", and the definition for pretense is "False intention or purpose."

2 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
heed
rancorous
pretentious
camaraderie

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 rancorous is "marked by deep ill–will.", the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship.", and the definition for heed is "To pay attention to."

3 Claudia's implausible excuse failed to convince her teacher.
76% Answer Correctly
improbable
liability
stifle
extenuating

Solution
The definition for implausible is "Unbelievable." Used in a sentence: Claudia's implausible excuse failed to convince her teacher. The definition for extenuating is "partially excusing.", the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", and the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage."

4 Solace most nearly means:
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comfort
beneficial
intricate
exasperation

Solution
The definition for solace is "Source of consolation." Used in a sentence: Parents' weekend was a solace to Marjorie, whose beloved daughter had left for college. The definition for beneficial is "helpful.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts."

5 The judge made an equitable decision dividing the estate evenly among the sisters.
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garish
intricate
impartial
obnoxious

Solution
The definition for equitable is "Fair and equal." Used in a sentence: The judge made an equitable decision dividing the estate evenly among the sisters. The definition for garish is "offensively bright.", the definition for obnoxious is "Highly offensive.", and the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts."