ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 464673 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.52
Score 0% 70%

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1 Drab most nearly means:
72% Answer Correctly
periodic
perception
fraud
dreary

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 periodic is "occurring at regular intervals.", the definition for fraud is "Trick.", and the definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding."

2 Condone most nearly means:
77% Answer Correctly
untenable
flourish
derivative
excuse

Solution
The definition for condone is "To treat as acceptable." Used in a sentence: Crystal condoned her friend's late arrival because she found it hard to be on time herself. The definition for untenable is "not able to be defended.", the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality.", and the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures."

3 Melee most nearly means:
81% Answer Correctly
duplicity
advantageous
rancorous
brawl

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 advantageous is "giving an advantage.", the definition for duplicity is "Deceptive thought, speech, or action.", and the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will."

4 Grandiose most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
absolve
exalt
anthology
pretentious

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 anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for absolve is "To forgive; to free from guilt.", and the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise."

5 Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill.
67% Answer Correctly
handicap
eloquent
compulsion
embellish

Solution
The definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage." Used in a sentence: Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill. The definition for embellish is "to decorate.", the definition for compulsion is "An irresistible impulse.", and the definition for eloquent is "Fluent, expressive."