ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 472587 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.60
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1 Insolence most nearly means:
71% Answer Correctly
induce
impudence
prudent
antidote

Solution
The definition for insolence is "Boldness or rudeness." Used in a sentence: The boy's insolence to the policeman embarrassed his mother. The definition for prudent is "marked by wisdom, shrewd.", the definition for induce is "To influence or cause.", and the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts."

2 Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment.
89% Answer Correctly
equitable
foil
conduit
renovate

Solution
The definition for refurbish is "To brighten or freshen." Used in a sentence: Leeanne cleaned and mended all weekend to refurbish the shabby apartment. The definition for foil is "one that enhances or underscores by contrast.", the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing.", and the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal."

3 Archaic most nearly means:
69% Answer Correctly
antiquated
implement
corrosive
perception

Solution
The definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time." Used in a sentence: In the world of high fashion, two–year–old shoes are considered positively archaic. The definition for implement is "to carry out or accomplish.", the definition for perception is "Capacity for seeing or understanding.", and the definition for corrosive is "Bitingly sarcastic."

4 Prune most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
opportune
fickle
interminable
trim

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 interminable is "never ending, or seemingly endless.", the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient.", and the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable."

5 Hedonism most nearly means:
61% Answer Correctly
pretentious
procrastinate
pathos
sensualism

Solution
The definition for hedonism is "Belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life." Used in a sentence: The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall. The definition for pathos is "sympathetic pity.", the definition for procrastinate is "To put off intentionally.", and the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims."