ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 391384 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.38
Score 0% 68%

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1 Prune most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
trim
drab
elusive
raspy

Solution
The definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess." Used in a sentence: The candidate pruned his speech so he would not exceed the time limit. The definition for drab is "dull, monotonous.", the definition for raspy is "rough, grating.", and the definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp."

2 The impatient Zoe found the longwinded lecture interminable.
68% Answer Correctly
corrective
grandiose
ceaseless
accentuate

Solution
The definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless." Used in a sentence: The impatient Zoe found the longwinded lecture interminable. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct.", and the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize."

3 Iridescent most nearly means:
65% Answer Correctly
flagrant
pallid
scapegoat
shimmering

Solution
The definition for iridescent is "Having a lustrous or attractivve quality." Used in a sentence: The movie star's iridescent presence charmed even the hardened reporter. The definition for scapegoat is "someone who bears the blame for others.", the definition for pallid is "Lacking color.", and the definition for flagrant is "Noticeably offensive."

4 Incidental most nearly means:
53% Answer Correctly
pantomime
clarity
petty
benevolent

Solution
The definition for incidental is "Minor." Used in a sentence: The accountant advised Justine not to report her incidental expenses. The definition for pantomime is "telling a story through gestures.", the definition for clarity is "Clearness.", and the definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful."

5 Even though I forgot his birthday, I hoe my father accepts my belated card.
81% Answer Correctly
supple
proximity
tardy
entangle

Solution
The definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time." Used in a sentence: Even though I forgot his birthday, I hoe my father accepts my belated card. The definition for proximity is "closeness.", the definition for entangle is "To involve in trouble.", and the definition for supple is "Flexible."