ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 384766 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.52
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1 Retroactive most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
avian
retrograde
eulogy
liability

Solution
The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition." Used in a sentence: The retroactive law made even past infractions punishable. The definition for avian is "relating to birds.", the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", and the definition for eulogy is "Speech or writing in praise of deceased."

2 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
elate
perception
pretentious
repentant

Solution
The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall. The definition for perception is "capacity for seeing or understanding.", the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret.", and the definition for elate is "To fill with joy."

3 As the sun began to set, Brittany redoubled her effort to find the necklace she had dropped in the field.
75% Answer Correctly
pomp
intensify
inauspicious
rehash

Solution
The definition for redouble is "To make twice as great." Used in a sentence: As the sun began to set, Brittany redoubled her effort to find the necklace she had dropped in the field. The definition for pomp is "showy display.", the definition for inauspicious is "Not favorable.", and the definition for rehash is "To discuss again."

4 After the game, a melee broke out between fans of the opposing teams.
81% Answer Correctly
brawl
fragile
repentant
prune

Solution
The definition for melee is "A tumultuous fight among several people." Used in a sentence: After the game, a melee broke out between fans of the opposing teams. The definition for prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret.", and the definition for fragile is "Delicate."

5 "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client.
80% Answer Correctly
beneficial
verify
grandiose
exalt

Solution
The definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence." Used in a sentence: "Unless you can corroborate your story, it will not be admissible in court," the attorney told his client. The definition for exalt is "to elevate by praise.", the definition for beneficial is "Helpful.", and the definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur."