ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 368969 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.74
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1 Drab most nearly means:
72% Answer Correctly
raucous
dreary
civility
grandiose

Solution
The definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous." Used in a sentence: The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy.", and the definition for civility is "Politeness."

2 Just when it seemed the rain would never stop, the storm suddenly began to abate.
65% Answer Correctly
subside
derivative
straddle
grandiose

Solution
The definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity." Used in a sentence: Just when it seemed the rain would never stop, the storm suddenly began to abate. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides.", and the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality."

3 The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense.
78% Answer Correctly
garish
unscrupulous
merciful
preclude

Solution
The definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant." Used in a sentence: The judge issued a lenient sentence because it was Frank's first offense. The definition for unscrupulous is "lacking principles.", the definition for garish is "Offensively bright.", and the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance."

4 Raspy most nearly means:
83% Answer Correctly
punctual
elusive
archaic
harsh

Solution
The definition for raspy is "rough, grating." Used in a sentence: After shouting to his players through the long game, the coach's voice was raspy. The definition for punctual is "on time.", the definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time.", and the definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp."

5 The manager hoped the retreat would increase the camaraderie among the feuding workers.
76% Answer Correctly
illuminate
solace
sociability
proximity

Solution
The definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship." Used in a sentence: The manager hoped the retreat would increase the camaraderie among the feuding workers. The definition for solace is "source of consolation.", the definition for illuminate is "To make clear.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."