ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 522720 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.27
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1 Tom, who had taken the placebo, found that his allergy symptoms did not go away.
67% Answer Correctly
sugar pill
corrective
precept
buffoonery

Solution
The definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing." Used in a sentence: Tom, who had taken the placebo, found that his allergy symptoms did not go away. The definition for corrective is "intended to correct.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."

2 Composed most nearly means:
59% Answer Correctly
exasperation
punctual
illuminate
serene

Solution
The definition for composed is "Calm." Used in a sentence: Although her stomach was in knots, the actress appeared perfectly composed when she took the stage. The definition for illuminate is "to make clear.", the definition for exasperation is "The state of being irritated.", and the definition for punctual is "On time."

3 Commemorate most nearly means:
60% Answer Correctly
antidote
flaunt
pretentious
observe

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The definition for commemorate is "To mark by a ceremony." Used in a sentence: Each year, the Franklins commemorate their anniversary by visiting the site of their first date. The definition for flaunt is "to display showily.", the definition for antidote is "Something that relieves or counteracts.", and the definition for pretentious is "Making unjustified claims."

4 "heed my advice," the fortuneteller warned Sebastian when he tried to ignore her prophecy.
71% Answer Correctly
fraud
rehash
rancorous
mind

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The definition for heed is "To pay attention to." Used in a sentence: "Heed my advice," the fortuneteller warned Sebastian when he tried to ignore her prophecy. The definition for rancorous is "marked by deep ill–will.", the definition for fraud is "Trick.", and the definition for rehash is "To discuss again."

5 Appalling most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
dreadful
meticulous
defiant
lenient

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 meticulous is "extrememly careful regarding details.", the definition for lenient is "Mild or tolerant.", and the definition for defiant is "Showing bold resistance."