ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 354054 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.16
Score 0% 63%

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1 Sociable most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
entangle
ecstatic
epistolary
genial

Solution
The definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship." Used in a sentence: The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation. The definition for entangle is "to involve in trouble.", the definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters.", and the definition for ecstatic is "Overwhelmingly emotional."

2 Prune most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
trim
meticulous
rancorous
insolence

Solution
The definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess." Used in a sentence: The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit. The definition for meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness.", and the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will."

3 Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework.
50% Answer Correctly
gravity
stealth
altruistic
anthology

Solution
The definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful." Used in a sentence: Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework. The definition for gravity is "importance, significance.", the definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces.", and the definition for stealth is "The act of moving secretly or unnoticed."

4 Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity.
56% Answer Correctly
frugal
illuminate
disconcert
incumbent

Solution
The definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy." Used in a sentence: Ebenezer Scrooge was most penurious, refusing to give even a penny to charity. The definition for illuminate is "to make clear.", the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility.", and the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion."

5 Beneficial most nearly means:
84% Answer Correctly
surplus
implement
abate
advantageous

Solution
The definition for beneficial is "Helpful." Used in a sentence: there is no doubt that eating vegetables is beneficial to one's health. The definition for surplus is "excess.", the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity.", and the definition for implement is "To carry out or accomplish."