ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 356066 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.91
Score 0% 78%

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1 Eloquent most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
articulate
rehash
avian
perception

Solution
The definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive." Used in a sentence: Kim, an eloquent speaker, was the best choice to make the presentation for the group. The definition for rehash is "to discuss again.", the definition for avian is "Relating to birds.", and the definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding."

2 "Sandra," said her mother, "I am tired of rehashing this same topic over and over."
85% Answer Correctly
drub
archaic
review
lurid

Solution
The definition for rehash is "To discuss again." Used in a sentence: "Sandra," said her mother, "I am tired of rehashing this same topic over and over." The definition for lurid is "causing horror, shocking.", the definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time.", and the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively."

3 The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value.
86% Answer Correctly
precept
lenient
foil
defect

Solution
The definition for flaw is "An imperfection." Used in a sentence: The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value. The definition for lenient is "mild or tolerant.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast."

4 Sadie's cowboy hat was incongruous with her black cocktail dress.
71% Answer Correctly
futile
straddle
frugal
inappropriate

Solution
The definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible." Used in a sentence: Sadie's cowboy hat was incongruous with her black cocktail dress. The definition for straddle is "to favor opposing sides.", the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap.", and the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective."

5 Compulsion most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
discern
methodical
urge
pantomime

Solution
The definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse." Used in a sentence: Tamar, a shoe fanatic, could not resist the compulsion to buy the shiny red boots. The definition for discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for pantomime is "Telling a story through gestures.", and the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner."