ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 542146 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 2.97
Score 0% 59%

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1 Melodious most nearly means:
53% Answer Correctly
dulcet
meticulous
redouble
incongruous

Solution
The definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody." Used in a sentence: The melodious sounds of the symphony soothed Tim after his trying day. The definition for redouble is "to make twice as great.", the definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details.", and the definition for incongruous is "Not harmonious, incompatible."

2 The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism.
77% Answer Correctly
derelict
comprehensible
flaunt
glorify

Solution
The definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise." Used in a sentence: The fireman was publicly exalted for his heroism. The definition for derelict is "abandoned.", the definition for flaunt is "To display showily.", and the definition for comprehensible is "Understandable."

3 Heidi's grandfather was gruff, barking stern orders and hardly smiling.
50% Answer Correctly
surly
rancorous
salvage
illuminate

Solution
The definition for gruff is "Rough or stern in manner or speech." Used in a sentence: Heidi's grandfather was gruff, barking stern orders and hardly smiling. The definition for illuminate is "to make clear.", the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will.", and the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin."

4 Facade most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
supple
gargantuan
mask
diffident

Solution
The definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance." Used in a sentence: Emily's smile is just a facade masking her broken heart. The definition for diffident is "lacking self–confidence.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for supple is "Flexible."

5 Awe most nearly means:
47% Answer Correctly
veneration
derivative
methodical
gargantuan

Solution
The definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder." Used in a sentence: Charlie was in awe of his uncle, a professional football player and chess champion. The definition for gargantuan is "gigantic.", the definition for methodical is "Performed in an orderly manner.", and the definition for derivative is "Lacking originality."