ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 549487 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.23
Score 0% 65%

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1 "heed my advice," the fortuneteller warned Sebastian when he tried to ignore her prophecy.
71% Answer Correctly
fickle
mind
corrective
clarity

Solution
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 clarity is "clearness.", the definition for fickle is "Lacking constancy, changeable.", and the definition for corrective is "Intended to correct."

2 The retroactive law made even past infractions punishable.
61% Answer Correctly
extant
exception
retrograde
raucous

Solution
The definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition." Used in a sentence: The retroactive law made even past infractions punishable. The definition for extant is "currently existing.", the definition for raucous is "Noisy, rowdy.", and the definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply."

3 Elate most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
regurgitate
grandiose
ethical
delight

Solution
The definition for elate is "To fill with joy." Used in a sentence: It elated Margaret to be awarded first place in the science fair. The definition for grandiose is "with an affectation of grandeur.", the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards.", and the definition for regurgitate is "To pour out or throw back."

4 Darren dreaded carpooling with the egotist Shelly, who talked about herself nonstop.
54% Answer Correctly
awe
retroactive
induce
blowhard

Solution
The definition for egotist is "Self–important person." Used in a sentence: Darren dreaded carpooling with the egotist Shelly, who talked about herself nonstop. The definition for awe is "emotion combining dread and wonder.", the definition for induce is "To influence or cause.", and the definition for retroactive is "effective as of a prior time or condition."

5 Rancorous most nearly means:
63% Answer Correctly
lurid
bitter
demeanor
opportune

Solution
The definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will." Used in a sentence: The rancorous competition between the two chess clubs actually ended in a brawl. The definition for opportune is "suitable or convenient.", the definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking.", and the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others."