ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 397519 Results

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1 Epistolary most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
oblivious
implausible
written
naive

Solution
The definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters." Used in a sentence: The shoebox filled with letters was the ony remains of Ming's epistolary friendship with Emile. The definition for implausible is "unbelievable.", the definition for naive is "Lacking worldy wisdom.", and the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness."

2 Sociable most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
repentant
flaunt
intricate
genial

Solution
The definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship." Used in a sentence: The sociable Glenda was delighted to receive the party invitation. The definition for intricate is "having complex and interrelated parts.", the definition for repentant is "Feeling regret.", and the definition for flaunt is "To display showily."

3 Raspy most nearly means:
83% Answer Correctly
extant
awe
harsh
absolve

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 awe is "emotion combining dread and wonder.", the definition for extant is "Currently existing.", and the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt."

4 The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race.
60% Answer Correctly
pompous
appalling
penurious
manifest

Solution
The definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims." Used in a sentence: The pretentious boy said that he was the fastest runner, but he finished last in the race. The definition for penurious is "extrememly stingy.", the definition for manifest is "Obvious.", and the definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust."

5 Arguing with Andrew is futile because he never changes his mind.
80% Answer Correctly
intricate
hopeless
incumbent
illuminate

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 illuminate is "to make clear.", the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility.", and the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts."