ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 520088 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.40
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1 The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard.
60% Answer Correctly
destitute
mundane
incumbent
conduit

Solution
The definition for derelict is "Abandoned." Used in a sentence: The derelict house was condemned as a public hazard. The definition for mundane is "practical, ordinary.", the definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing.", and the definition for incumbent is "Necessary as a duty or responsibility."

2 The frightened kitten scampered away from the butterfly.
77% Answer Correctly
melee
dash
ramble
gravity

Solution
The definition for scamper is "To run quickly." Used in a sentence: The frightened kitten scampered away from the butterfly. The definition for melee is "a tumultuous fight among several people.", the definition for gravity is "Importance, significance.", and the definition for ramble is "To wander, physically or in language."

3 The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
56% Answer Correctly
drab
inflammatory
pretentious
liability

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 drab is "dull, monotonous.", the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", and the definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger."

4 Epistolary most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
extol
intricate
meticulous
written

Solution
The definition for epistolary is "Contained or carried on in letters." Used in a sentence: The shoebox filled with letters was the ony remains of Ming's epistolary friendship with Emile. The definition for extol is "to praise highly.", the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details.", and the definition for intricate is "Having complex and interrelated parts."

5 The fans waited for hours to catch a glimpse of the celebrated actress.
88% Answer Correctly
gargantuan
accessible
admired
celebrated

Solution
The definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected." Used in a sentence: The fans waited for hours to catch a glimpse of the celebrated actress. The definition for accessible is "easy to reach or to approach.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for celebrated is "Widely known, respected."