ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 386430 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.38
Score 0% 68%

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1 Precept most nearly means:
76% Answer Correctly
rule
serenity
ramble
compulsion

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 ramble is "to wander, physically or in language.", the definition for serenity is "Calmness.", and the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse."

2 Promote most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
abate
advance
brandish
rail

Solution
The definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of." Used in a sentence: The promote peace, the diplomat hosted a talk between the warring nations. The definition for rail is "to scold in harsh language.", the definition for brandish is "To shake or wave menacingly.", and the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity."

3 The retroactive law made even past infractions punishable.
61% Answer Correctly
comprehensible
retrograde
embellish
accessible

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 embellish is "to decorate.", the definition for comprehensible is "Understandable.", and the definition for accessible is "Easy to reach or to approach."

4 Jennifer's outspoken criticism of the meal disoncerted the waiter.
61% Answer Correctly
fidelity
unnerve
archetypal
servile

Solution
The definition for disconcert is "To throw into confusion." Used in a sentence: Jennifer's outspoken criticism of the meal disoncerted the waiter. The definition for fidelity is "state of being faithful.", the definition for servile is "Fearfully submissive.", and the definition for archetypal is "Characteristic of the original model or perfect example."

5 Marta felt greatly relieved after her mother absolved her for breaking the vase.
60% Answer Correctly
implement
combative
antidote
exculpate

Solution
The definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt." Used in a sentence: Marta felt greatly relieved after her mother absolved her for breaking the vase. The definition for implement is "to carry out or accomplish.", the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts.", and the definition for combative is "Eager to fight."