ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 498528 Results

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Questions 5 5
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1 Intricate most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
complicated
liability
mandate
discern

Solution
The definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts." Used in a sentence: The intricate poem baffled most readers with its numerous obscure metaphors. The definition for discern is "to recognize as separate as distinct.", the definition for mandate is "An official order or commission to do something.", and the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage."

2 The hedonism of the emperoro, who spent all his time giving parties, caused his downfall.
60% Answer Correctly
induce
oblivious
sensualism
camaraderie

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 oblivious is "lacking awareness.", the definition for camaraderie is "Spirit of friendship.", and the definition for induce is "To influence or cause."

3 Grandiose most nearly means:
56% Answer Correctly
supple
pretentious
opportune
awe

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 supple is "flexible.", the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder.", and the definition for opportune is "Suitable or convenient."

4 Rhapsody most nearly means:
65% Answer Correctly
archaic
incumbent
obnoxious
ecstasy

Solution
The definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness." Used in a sentence: Lorraine was in rhapsody when she was accepte to the college of her dreams. The definition for obnoxious is "highly offensive.", the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility.", and the definition for archaic is "Characteristic of an earlier time."

5 Sybil was frustrated by the deferment of her much anticipated vacation.
75% Answer Correctly
proximity
authoritarian
postponement
egotist

Solution
The definition for deferment is "The act of delaying." Used in a sentence: Sybil was frustrated by the deferment of her much anticipated vacation. The definition for egotist is "self–important person.", the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority.", and the definition for proximity is "Closeness."