ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 372636 Results

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Questions 5 5
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1 Incisive most nearly means:
58% Answer Correctly
flagrant
inauspicious
defiant
keen

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 inauspicious is "not favorable.", the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance.", and the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive."

2 After shouting to his players through the long game, the coach's voice was raspy.
83% Answer Correctly
harsh
egotist
precept
rail

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 egotist is "self–important person.", the definition for precept is "A general rule of action.", and the definition for rail is "To scold in harsh language."

3 Futile most nearly means:
79% Answer Correctly
distortion
salvage
hopeless
onset

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 onset is "beginning.", the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape.", and the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin."

4 The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate.
71% Answer Correctly
detect
meticulous
catastrophic
adversary

Solution
The definition for discern is "To recognize as separate as distinct." Used in a sentence: The pastry connoisseur was able to discern Swiss from Belgian chocolate. The definition for catastrophic is "relating to extreme misfortune.", the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details.", and the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists."

5 Charlie was in awe of his uncle, a professional football player and chess champion.
48% Answer Correctly
dubious
eulogy
veneration
incumbent

Solution
The definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder." Used in a sentence: Charlie was in awe of his uncle, a professional football player and chess champion. The definition for incumbent is "necessary as a duty or responsibility.", the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased.", and the definition for dubious is "Questionable."