ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 471834 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.77
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1 Flaw most nearly means:
86% Answer Correctly
preclude
interminable
defect
redouble

Solution
The definition for flaw is "An imperfection." Used in a sentence: The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value. The definition for redouble is "to make twice as great.", the definition for interminable is "Never ending, or seemingly endless.", and the definition for preclude is "To rule out in advance."

2 After shouting to his players through the long game, the coach's voice was raspy.
83% Answer Correctly
pallid
oblivious
harsh
pomp

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 pomp is "showy display.", the definition for pallid is "Lacking color.", and the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness."

3 Hector found his roommate's habit of leaving his dirty socks on the floor appalling.
70% Answer Correctly
iridescent
extenuating
elate
dreadful

Solution
The definition for appalling is "Inspiring dismay or disgust." Used in a sentence: Hector found his roommate's habit of leaving his dirty socks on the floor appalling. The definition for iridescent is "having a lustrous or attractivve quality.", the definition for elate is "To fill with joy.", and the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing."

4 Gruff most nearly means:
50% Answer Correctly
corroborate
implausible
anthology
surly

Solution
The definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech." Used in a sentence: Heidi's grandfather was gruff, barking stern orders and hardly smiling. The definition for anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for corroborate is "To support with evidence.", and the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable."

5 The stern principal canceled the prom after the seniors played a silly prank.
88% Answer Correctly
advantageous
raspy
punctual
strict

Solution
The definition for stern is "Harsh, severe." Used in a sentence: The stern principal canceled the prom after the seniors played a silly prank. The definition for punctual is "on time.", the definition for advantageous is "Giving an advantage.", and the definition for raspy is "rough, grating."