ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 59242 Results

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Questions 5 5
Correct 0 3.07
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1 Comparable most nearly means:
55% Answer Correctly
pomp
facade
akin
liability

Solution
The definition for comparable is "Similar, equivalent." Used in a sentence: Helen will only accept something of comparable value for her ticket to the concert. The definition for liability is "a person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", the definition for pomp is "Showy display.", and the definition for facade is "false or superficial appearance."

2 Elusive most nearly means:
67% Answer Correctly
augment
repel
evasive
sociable

Solution
The definition for elusive is "Hard to grasp." Used in a sentence: The words to the song are elusive, as the singer tends to mumble. The definition for augment is "to make greater.", the definition for sociable is "Inclined to seek companionship.", and the definition for repel is "To resist, reject."

3 Sherman revealed his benevolent side when he offered to help Carter with his homework.
50% Answer Correctly
rhapsody
garish
altruistic
periodic

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 garish is "offensively bright.", the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals.", and the definition for rhapsody is "State of great happiness."

4 Inflammatory most nearly means:
50% Answer Correctly
derelict
penurious
seditious
polarize

Solution
The definition for inflammatory is "Tending to excite anger." Used in a sentence: Garth's inflammatory remarks at the party made Gwen furious. The definition for derelict is "abandoned.", the definition for penurious is "Extrememly stingy.", and the definition for polarize is "To break up into opposing groups."

5 "Sandra," said her mother, "I am tired of rehashing this same topic over and over."
85% Answer Correctly
review
ethical
fragile
immoderate

Solution
The definition for rehash is "To discuss again." Used in a sentence: "Sandra," said her mother, "I am tired of rehashing this same topic over and over." The definition for fragile is "delicate.", the definition for immoderate is "Beyond usual or proper limits.", and the definition for ethical is "Conforming to accepted standards."