ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 434388 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.47
Score 0% 69%

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1 Periodic most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
repeated
inauspicious
mandate
camaraderie

Solution
The definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals." Used in a sentence: The periodic innterruptions of the cuckoo clock prevented Li from concentrating. The definition for inauspicious is "not favorable.", the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship.", and the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something."

2 The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring.
72% Answer Correctly
cunning
dreary
comprehensible
precept

Solution
The definition for drab is "Dull, monotonous." Used in a sentence: The drab winter scene made Keisha long for the vibrant colors of spring. The definition for cunning is "showing clever insight.", the definition for comprehensible is "Understandable.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."

3 Impenitent most nearly means:
47% Answer Correctly
obdurate
exalt
mediate
clairvoyance

Solution
The definition for impenitent is "Lacking remorse." Used in a sentence: The impenitent criminal received a harsh penalty, but his remorseful accomplice was released. The definition for clairvoyance is "ability to see things beyond ordinary perception.", the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise.", and the definition for mediate is "To come between parties in order to reconcile."

4 Serena, who preferred quiet conversation, left the rancous party.
82% Answer Correctly
diffident
combative
rowdy
prominence

Solution
The definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy." Used in a sentence: Serena, who preferred quiet conversation, left the rancous party. The definition for prominence is "importance.", the definition for diffident is "Lacking self–confidence.", and the definition for combative is "Eager to fight."

5 The critical teacher was quick to censure her students for even small mistakes.
66% Answer Correctly
melee
clairvoyance
blame
adversary

Solution
The definition for censure is "To find fault with." Used in a sentence: The critical teacher was quick to censure her students for even small mistakes. The definition for melee is "a tumultuous fight among several people.", the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception.", and the definition for adversary is "One who opposes or resists."