ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 55153 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.25
Score 0% 65%

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1 Apathetic most nearly means:
68% Answer Correctly
precept
aesthete
egotist
impassive

Solution
The definition for apathetic is "Showing little or no emotion." Used in a sentence: Carmine was concerned about his usually cheerful brother's apathetic attitude. The definition for precept is "a general rule of action.", the definition for aesthete is "Person having or affecting sensitivity to beauty.", and the definition for egotist is "Self–important person."

2 Comprehensible most nearly means:
74% Answer Correctly
precept
intelligle
intricate
promote

Solution
The definition for comprehensible is "Understandable." Used in a sentence: Shannon spoke slowly so her directions would be comprehensible to her foreign visitor. The definition for intricate is "having complex and interrelated parts.", the definition for promote is "To contribute to the growth or prosperity of.", and the definition for precept is "A general rule of action."

3 Liability most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
handicap
revive
placebo
fraud

Solution
The definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage." Used in a sentence: Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill. The definition for revive is "to bring back to life.", the definition for fraud is "Trick.", and the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing."

4 Meticulous most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
garish
salvage
genial
fastidious

Solution
The definition for meticulous is "Extrememly careful regarding details." Used in a sentence: The meticulous detective found every shred of evidence at the crime scene. The definition for garish is "offensively bright.", the definition for genial is "Sympathetic, friendly.", and the definition for salvage is "To save from ruin."

5 Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels.
62% Answer Correctly
heed
plaudits
buffer
adorn

Solution
The definition for embellish is "To decorate." Used in a sentence: Sari embellished the plain curtains with satin ribbons and tassels. The definition for buffer is "protective barrier.", the definition for heed is "To pay attention to.", and the definition for plaudits is "Enthusiastic approval."