ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 369333 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.40
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1 Drab most nearly means:
72% Answer Correctly
dreary
foil
disconcert
clairvoyance

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 foil is "one that enhances or underscores by contrast.", the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception.", and the definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion."

2 Gary believed the black foreboding sky was an inauspicious sign.
67% Answer Correctly
ominous
negate
untenable
unscrupulous

Solution
The definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable." Used in a sentence: Gary believed the black foreboding sky was an inauspicious sign. The definition for untenable is "not able to be defended.", the definition for unscrupulous is "Lacking principles.", and the definition for negate is "To make invalid."

3 The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall.
61% Answer Correctly
manifest
sensualism
negate
foil

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 negate is "to make invalid.", the definition for foil is "One that enhances or underscores by contrast.", and the definition for manifest is "Obvious."

4 Arguing with Andrew is futile because he never changes his mind.
80% Answer Correctly
indecorous
hopeless
flourish
apathetic

Solution
The definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective." Used in a sentence: Arguing with Andrew is futile because he never changes his mind. The definition for apathetic is "showing little or no emotion.", the definition for indecorous is "In bad taste.", and the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures."

5 Equitable most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
equitable
incidental
repentant
impartial

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 incidental is "minor.", the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal.", and the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret."