ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 52580 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.62
Score 0% 72%

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1 The effects of the massive hurricane were catastrophic.
92% Answer Correctly
stern
devastating
drub
meticulous

Solution
The definition for catastrophic is "Relating to extreme misfortune." Used in a sentence: The effects of the massive hurricane were catastrophic. The definition for stern is "harsh, severe.", the definition for drub is "To defeat decisively.", and the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details."

2 Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework.
50% Answer Correctly
regurgitate
altruistic
implausible
anthology

Solution
The definition for benevolent is "Kind, helpful." Used in a sentence: Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework. The definition for anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back.", and the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable."

3 Love–struck Charlie was oblivious to everyone but the object of his affection.
74% Answer Correctly
oblivious
careless
distortion
accentuate

Solution
The definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness." Used in a sentence: Love–struck Charlie was oblivious to everyone but the object of his affection. The definition for distortion is "the act of twisting out of shape.", the definition for oblivious is "Lacking awareness.", and the definition for accentuate is "To emphasize."

4 The otherwise perfect diamond had a tiny flaw that reduced its value.
86% Answer Correctly
defect
stifle
distortion
catastrophic

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 catastrophic is "relating to extreme misfortune.", the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage.", and the definition for distortion is "The act of twisting out of shape."

5 The shoebox filled with letters was the ony remains of Ming's epistolary friendship with Emile.
59% Answer Correctly
written
prune
buffoonery
curtail

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 buffoonery is "foolish behavior.", the definition for curtail is "To make less.", and the definition for prune is "To reduce by removing excess."