ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 371209 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.35
Score 0% 67%

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1 The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl.
63% Answer Correctly
turmoil
combative
flaw
bitter

Solution
The definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will." Used in a sentence: The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl. The definition for flaw is "an imperfection.", the definition for turmoil is "Extreme confusion, agitation.", and the definition for combative is "Eager to fight."

2 Corrective most nearly means:
62% Answer Correctly
remedial
censure
illuminate
ploy

Solution
The definition for corrective is "Intended to correct." Used in a sentence: The school decided to take corrective measures to prevent truancy. The definition for illuminate is "to make clear.", the definition for censure is "To find fault with.", and the definition for ploy is "A contrived plan."

3 All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class.
76% Answer Correctly
rule
corrosive
ethical
impenitent

Solution
The definition for precept is "A general rule of action." Used in a sentence: All the students know Mrs. Brown's strict precept; no talking in class. The definition for impenitent is "lacking remorse.", the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic.", and the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards."

4 Samir's incisive leadership made him the natural choice for president of the company.
58% Answer Correctly
extant
keen
inflammatory
sociable

Solution
The definition for incisive is "Impressively direct and decisive." Used in a sentence: Samir's incisive leadership made him the natural choice for president of the company. The definition for sociable is "inclined to seek companionship.", the definition for extant is "Currently existing.", and the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger."

5 Accentuate most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
accessible
mundane
corroborate
highlight

Solution
The definition for accentuate is "To emphasize." Used in a sentence: Carla used red ribbons to accentuate the coppery tones in her hair. The definition for mundane is "practical, ordinary.", the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence.", and the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach."